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High-density polyethylene (HDPE) or polyethylene high-density (PEHD)
This page is about the meaning, origin and characteristic of the symbol, emblem, seal, sign, logo or flag: High-density polyethylene (HDPE) or polyethylene high-density (PEHD).
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) or polyethylene high-density (PEHD) is a polyethylene thermoplastic made from petroleum.
Known for its large strength to density ratio, HDPE is commonly used in the production of plastic bottles, corrosion-resistant piping, geo membranes, and plastic lumber.
Recycling: Picked up through most curbside recycling programs, although some allow only those containers with necks.
Recycled into: Laundry detergent bottles, oil bottles, pens, recycling containers, floor tile, drainage pipe, lumber, benches, doghouses, picnic tables, fencing
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Graphical characteristics:
Asymmetric, Open shape, Monochrome, Contains both straight and curved lines, Has no crossing lines.
Category: Recycling Codes.
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) or polyethylene high-density (PEHD) is part of the SPI resin identification coding system group.
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