All about HDPE

HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) is made from oil. It only takes 4% of the world's annual oil production to make plastic. HDPE is used for a variety of food and drink packaging as well as other items in the construction and automotive industry.

Use this section to find out more about HDPE and what it is used for.

HDPE is changing


Plastic bottle manufacturers are responding to calls...
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How do you make HDPE?


HDPE is made by applying intense heat to petroleum...
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