HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) resins are a popular type of plastic suitable for a wide range of applications. This is a general guide to HDPE resins for those with an interest in polymers, for consumers of HDPE resin, or for the prospective purchaser looking to broaden their knowledge. Since their invention in the 1950’s HDPE […]

Virgin HDPE
Virgin HDPE is the pure and freshly made form of HDPE. Unlike scrap HDPE, which has been used for various applications prior to being recycled, Virgin HDPE has never been used for any applications whatsoever. It can easily be recognized by the translucent quality of the pellets or granules, and is regarded as being […]

HDPE comes in several different grades, which delineate the purposes that the HDPE is best suited for.
The grade of HDPE should not be confused with its quality. It is entirely possible to have the choice of high quality virgin HDPE that is designated as being injection molding grade, or a low quality contaminated scrap HDPE […]