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PET Plastic

Concept

What is PET Plastic?

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate), also known as PETE, PETP, or PET-P, is a thermoplastic polymer belonging to the polyester family with the chemical formula (C₁₀H₈O₄). First discovered in 1941 by the Calico Printer’s Association in Manchester, PET was later introduced in bottle production in 1973 by Nathaniel Wyeth, marking a breakthrough in plastic packaging.

Renowned for its transparency, durability, lightweight nature, water resistance, and safety in food contact, PET has become one of the most widely used materials in packaging. It is commonly applied in the production of beverage bottles, detergent containers, caps, food packaging, and various consumer products. Moreover, PET is highly recyclable, making it an environmentally friendly material and a key choice in modern packaging solutions.

Properties

Properties of PET Plastic:

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is widely favored thanks to its outstanding properties:

  • High mechanical strength: Rigid, durable, and resistant to tearing, impact, and abrasion.
  • Thermal stability: Maintains its chemical structure when heated up to 200°C or cooled down to -90°C.
  • Chemical resistance: Withstands mild acids, saline solutions, and oils without altering its properties.
  • Gas and moisture barrier: Especially effective against O₂ and CO₂, ensuring excellent liquid preservation, even at high temperatures up to 100°C.
  • Transparency & light weight: High gloss and clarity, easy to mold, offering both aesthetics and convenient transportation.
  • Safety & recyclability: Certified safe for food contact by the FDA and EU.
  • PET is recyclable.

Thanks to these superior advantages, PET continues to be one of the most commonly used plastics in packaging, particularly in plastic bottle manufacturing.

Applications

PET Plastics and Everyday Life:

With its superior properties, PET has become widely applied across various sectors of daily life — from food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to textiles and other industries. As a result, PETE products are easily found around us, such as:

  • Bottles and containers: Drinking water bottles, cooking oil bottles, soft drink bottles, as well as pharmaceutical and cosmetic packaging.
  • Food trays and containers: Used to store fresh or processed foods.
  • Polyester fibers in textiles: Recycled PET is spun into fibers for clothing, carpets, and industrial materials.
  • Plastic straws and other consumer products.

Beyond its widespread presence in daily life, PET is also recycled to help reduce plastic waste, contributing to environmental protection and the promotion of a circular economy.

Applications

PET Plastic Bottles and Their Applications in Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Industry Packaging

In the fields of agriculture, forestry, aquaculture, and industry, PET plastic bottles are considered an optimal packaging solution thanks to:

  • High mechanical strength: Resistant to impact and breakage during long-distance transport or in harsh environments.
  • Chemical resistance: Safely store products such as fertilizers, pesticides, and biological preparations.
  • Barrier against gas & moisture: Maintains product quality and prevents changes during long-term storage.
  • Transparent & lightweight: Allows easy observation of contents and facilitates distribution and usage.
  • Safe & recyclable: Reduces plastic waste and is more environmentally friendly.

Thanks to these outstanding advantages, PET plastic bottles are increasingly trusted in agricultural packaging, contributing to more effective storage, transport, and distribution of products. P H L provides high-quality PET packaging solutions, supporting the sustainable development of Vietnam’s Agriculture, Forestry, Aquaculture, and Industry sectors.

PET Plastic Bottles At P H L

Pesticides & Fertilizers

PET Bottles for Pesticides & Fertilizers:

Our PET bottles are specially designed for safe and durable packaging of pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers. With a variety of sizes and closures, they ensure secure storage and easy application.

Biological & Microbial Solutions

PET Bottles for Biological & Microbial Solutions

Ideal for bio-preparations and microbial products, these PET bottles preserve product quality and extend shelf life. They provide reliable protection for beneficial microorganisms and eco-friendly solutions.

Aquaculture

PET Bottles for Aquaculture

Durable PET bottles tailored for aquaculture chemicals, probiotics, and water treatment solutions. They help maintain product stability while supporting efficient shrimp and fish farming operations.

Veterinary & Animal Husbandry

PET Bottles for Veterinary & Animal Husbandry:

Designed for veterinary medicines, vitamins, and disinfectants, our PET bottles meet strict safety standards. They are trusted by farms and veterinary suppliers for reliable storage and safe usage.

PHL – The Difference

Process & Capability

Process & Capability

PHL operates a closed-loop production process with strict control from raw materials to finished products. Backed by an experienced technical team and professional management system, we ensure product stability and on-time delivery.
With more than 40 injection and blow molding machines, PHL can supply over 800,000 PET products per day.

Designs & Quality

Designs & Quality

PHL packaging offers a wide range of capacities and modern designs, meeting diverse needs in Agriculture, Veterinary, and Aquaculture sectors. Every product undergoes rigorous quality control to meet the standards of durability – safety – aesthetics.
Committed to continuous innovation, PHL launches at least one new design or color every month, making our collection increasingly diverse and aligned with market trends.

Exclusive Design & Production

Exclusive Design & Production

We provide exclusive packaging design services tailored for each brand, ensuring differentiation and stronger market recognition. From concept to final product, PHL delivers true exclusive value for our customers.

Technology & Policies

Technology & Policies

By applying advanced production technologies that are eco-friendly and cost-efficient, PHL also offers flexible policies on pricing, technical support, and customer service — creating long-term competitive advantages for our partners.

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