Product Description
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a versatile thermoplastic polyester widely used in packaging, film manufacturing, and synthetic fiber production. PET polyester film offers excellent dimensional stability and optical transparency, making it suitable for various applications, including protective films and selected display-related components.
PET exhibits good mechanical strength, fatigue resistance, abrasion resistance, and dimensional stability across a range of operating temperatures, depending on the grade and product form. It also provides good electrical insulation properties and resistance to many common chemicals, although its compatibility with organic solvents and inorganic acids varies with the specific chemical and exposure conditions.
With its favorable processing characteristics and versatility, PET is widely used in beverage and food packaging bottles, polyester films, textile fibers, and industrial materials. These properties make PET an important material for manufacturers seeking a balance of performance, processability, and cost efficiency across diverse applications.
Product Parameters
| English name | Polyethylene Terephthalate |
| English synonyms | 3DXNANO ESD CNT-PETG carbon nanotube reinforced polyethylene terephthalate glycol copolymer 3D pri nting filament;arnitea;arnitea-049000;arnitea200;arnitefp800;arniteg;arniteg600;Cassappret sr |
| CAS number | 25038-59-9 |
| Molecular formula | (C10H804)n |
| Molecular weight | 228.19868 |
| Melting point | 250-255°C |
| Boiling point | >170°C (Press: 10 Torr) |
| Density | 1.68 g/mL at 25°C |
| Refractive index | 1.575 |
| Storage conditions | Room Temperature |
| Appearance | Granular |
| Color | Black |
| Odor | Odorless |
Application Scenarios
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin, commonly supplied in the form of polyester chips, is widely used in the production of packaging materials, polyester films, and synthetic fibers.
Bottle-Grade PET Resin – Widely used in the manufacture of beverage bottles and other packaging containers, particularly for carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, and other beverages.
Film-Grade PET Resin – Used to produce polyester films for flexible packaging, industrial applications, electrical insulation, and adhesive tapes.
Fiber-Grade PET Resin – Used in the manufacture of polyester fibers and filament yarns for textiles, apparel, home furnishings, and industrial fabrics.
With its good mechanical strength, dimensional stability, and versatile processing characteristics, PET resin serves as an important raw material across the packaging, film, and textile industries.
