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Polymers in Packaging: Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)

Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) was the first grade of polyethylene and was produced in 1933 by a British company named Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI). ā™¦ It is widely used as Packaging films, plastic wraps, food wraps, and squeezable bottles. ā™¦ It is also used to make carrier bags. Highlights of Low-Density Polyethylene:










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