What Are HDPE Granules?
The above picture is pretty isn’t it, but what in the world is it and why did I put it in this post? Looks like something you would add to your bath for a relaxing soak. HDPE Granules are actually a recycled plastic product known as high density polyethylene and is used by manufacturers for many things like Tupperware, plastic bags, and plastic refillable bottles just to name a few.
I learn something new everyday and found the process that is used to produce this refined product from raw regrind interesting. It’s great that there are so many concerned environmentalist out there that use recycled products and teach us more about the different uses for them. It’s used in packaging and it resists moisture so it’s widely used to contain chemicals and food products alike and can be used over and over.
With everyone concerned about pollution and going green I always find this type of information useful. Here are some of the different types of plastic :
Polyethylene terephthalate -oven-ready meal trays.
High-density polyethylene – Milk containers and the ones I mentioned above.
Polyvinyl chloride – Food trays, cling film, and shampoo.
Low density polyethylene – Carrier bags and bin liners.
Polypropylene – Margarine containers and microwaveable trays.
Polystyrene - Egg cartons, vending cups, and plastic cutlery.
That is six of the seven major plastics and they are usually graded 1 through 7 so they are recognized on the packaging. The HDPE is labeled a 2 so be sure and check for the triangle label on your recyclable plastic. I’m sure your children might have an interest and like learning which is which and how we can do our part for the environment.
They look like something found under the ocean.
Very interesting post. I find plastics a bit scary. I learnt something useful. Thanks! Love the colours on your site. Come visit me sometime.