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Packaging & Film: Choosing Polymers for Flexible and Rigid Packaging

From food packaging to stretch film and from bottles to blister packs, different polymer groups are preferred across a wide application range depending on barrier performance, clarity and sealability priorities.

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Polymer raw materials used in packaging and film applications

POLYMERS USED

Preferred Polymer Groups in Packaging and Film

In packaging applications, the product’s protection needs, visual requirements and cost balance determine material selection.

LDPE / LLDPE

It is the most widely used group in film and bag applications thanks to its flexibility and sealability.

  • Stretch film
  • Food bags
  • Industrial wrapping films
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PET

Preferred in rigid packaging and bottles thanks to its high clarity and barrier properties.

  • Beverage bottles
  • Thermoformed trays and containers
  • Transparent packaging film
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PP (BOPP)

Used in flexible packaging and labeling thanks to its high clarity and moisture barrier.

  • Food packaging film
  • Label and lamination
  • Caps and containers
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SELECTION CRITERIA

Factors That Influence Polymer Selection in Packaging

The right material should be chosen according to the product’s protection needs, production process and sustainability goals.

01

Barrier Performance

Oxygen, moisture and odor permeability directly affect the shelf life of the product.

02

Clarity

A priority criterion in packaging where product visibility matters.

03

Sealability

The ability to close the package quickly and securely affects production efficiency.

04

Recyclability

Mono-layer and recyclable structures are preferred for sustainability goals.

APPLICATION EXAMPLES

Areas Where Packaging and Film Are Used

Packaging and film applications are used in a wide range, from food to industrial products.

  • Food and beverage packaging
  • Stretch film and industrial wrapping
  • Thermoformed trays and blister packaging
  • Label and lamination films
  • Cosmetic and personal care packaging
Choosing the Right Grade

When choosing a polymer for packaging, we recommend considering product contents, storage conditions, filling speed and recycling goals together. Contact our team for suitable products and sourcing options.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

About Packaging & Film

Why is LLDPE preferred for stretch film?

LLDPE’s high puncture and tensile strength provides secure wrapping performance even at thin gauges.

Which polymers can be used in food packaging?

PE, PP and PET products with suitable grade and regulatory approval can be used in packaging suitable for food contact.

What is BOPP film used for?

Biaxially oriented polypropylene film is preferred in food packaging and labeling thanks to its high clarity and barrier properties.

What does the price of packaging polymers depend on?

Polymer type, film thickness, additive package and market conditions are the main factors that affect price.

SOURCING FOR PACKAGING & FILM

Let’s find the right polymer for your packaging needs together.

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