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This material is manufactured in different formats and can be transformed through different expulsion, injection and even thermoforming processes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are its properties?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-disc pl-5\">\n<li>It is a highly resistant material that can be used in contact with food due to its non-toxic characteristics.<\/li>\n<li>It has good chemical resistance with good thermal properties.<\/li>\n<li>It has an excellent barrier against CO2, O2 gases, UV radiation and humidity.<\/li>\n<li>It has high hardness and rigidity which makes it resistant to wear.<\/li>\n<li>It is a 100% recyclable and environmentally friendly plastic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Where can we find this material?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There are several objects made from PET. Here we mention some of these:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-disc pl-5\">\n<li>Recyclable plastic containers and bottles: this type of container is the most used for the production of packaged beverages, such as soft drinks or water. In addition, it is one of the 100% recyclable plastics, so new materials can be created from it.<br \/>\nTextiles of all kinds: PET is used in the textile industry for the manufacture of different clothing items because it becomes an excellent substitute for linen or even cotton.<\/li>\n<li>Film or photosensitive rolls: in addition to being used for the creation of photosensitive rolls, it can also work to create basic X-ray printing paper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>PET containers can be continuously recycled through different collection and selection processes. 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