Name Classificati on Description Products PET (polyethylene terephalate) Thermoplasti c Moderate chemical resistance, most commonly used in blow moulded products. Beer and soft drink bottles, insulation tapes, electrical plug sockets. uPVC & PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) Thermoplasti c Good chemical resistance, resistant to weathering, hard, tough and lightweight. uPVC – pipes and guttering. PVC – hose pipes and cable insulation. LDPE (low density polyethylene) Thermoplasti c Good chemical resistance, light weight, low stiffness and rigidity. Detergent bottles, toys and carrier bags. HDPE (high density polyethylene) Thermoplasti c High density, good stiffness, good chemical resistance. Crates, bottles, buckets and bowls. PS (polystyrene) Thermoplasti c Low impact strength, light, colourless. Expanded PS – floats and good heat insulator. Packaging, disposable cups. Expanded – heat & sound insulation. PP (polypropylene) Thermoplasti c Lightweight, food safe, good impact strength, good chemical resistance. Food containers, medical equipment. ABS Thermoplasti c High impact strength, good toughness and strength, scratch resistant and lightweight. Mobile cases, safety helmets, toys, car parts, kitchen products. PC Thermoplasti c Good chemical resistance and very tough, but expensive. Protective shields, safety helmets, hairdryer bodies. Acrylic Thermoplasti c Food safe, tough, durable and easy to machine. Light units, shop signage. Plastics Revision!