LDPE Plastic Bags Singapore Malaysia

Description

Low-density polyethene (LDPE) is a thermoplastic produced from the monomer ethylene. LDPE material a pioneer in polyethene materials, first manufactured 1933 in the United Kingdom using high pressure with free-radical polymerisation.

The lower density compared to HDPE and branched molecules are among the main distinctive features of LDPE. These features differentiate LDPE from HDPE, even though they share several applications, mainly in packaging.

LDPE is resistant to different kinds of impact, including moisture and chemicals. For example, LDPE is the most common material used in the production of one-time-use plastic shopping bags and packaging for liquid food (juice boxes).

Key Feature

Benefits of LDPE Plastic bags in Singapore and Malaysia

Highly flexible – LDPE is flexible in nature in comparison with HDPE, allowing the material to be highly malleable and able to mould into various shapes and sizes to fit products regardless of their form.

Good abrasion and impact resistance – The superior physical property of the LDPE ensures that it does not break easily and can maintain its structure when met with impact or abrasion.
Chemical resistant – LDPE is capable of providing different degrees of protection against various chemicals and is most effective against alcohols, concentrated acids, bases, esters and many more, but least effective against halogenated hydrocarbons
Weatherproof – LDPE is capable of functioning as a barrier against moisture, preventing moisture from sipping pass the material, entering and damaging products. Furthermore, it is also an excellent electrical insulator, making it suitable to pack and protect a wide range of electronic products.
Environmentally-friendly – LDPE creates lesser greenhouse gases compared to other alternative materials. Furthermore, it is also recyclable and can be used to develop new products, making it the go-to material option for environmentally conscious business owners.

Application

Applications of LDPE Plastic bags in Singapore and Malaysia

Categorised and identified by recycling code 4, the main application of LDPE revolves around film applications due to its excellent physical properties, providing it excellent resistance to chemicals and other contaminants such as moisture, dust dirt, oil and grease. The high flexibility of the material further allows it to pack different products regardless of their shapes. Furthermore, it is also FDA approved, making LDPE made films safe for contact with food products. Typical products made from the material include food plastic bags, stretch film, shrink wrap and other forms of packaging solutions.