LDPE

LDPE stands for low density polyethylene. It is a thermoplastic created from an ethylene monomer. This type of plastic is often used as a film, as it is relatively transparent, flexible, and resistant. LDPE can be recycled. How complex this is depends on the nature of the plastic. For example, flexible products are more difficult to recycle, especially as they tend to be contaminated by the item they are used to pack. The most rigid form of LDPE is easier to recycle and can often be collected and recycled through local recycling programs. At the moment, it depends on the country and local recycling systems.

LDPE is one of these easiest plastics to process and can be used in injection moulding, rotation moulding, film blowing and blow moulding. It can be anti-slip, anti-static, anti-bacterial and flame retardant. With its ease of use and potential applications, LDPE recycling is a growing industry, but the biggest challenge remains trying to effectively make plastic clean and decontaminated.