Polypropylene with its acronym PP is one of the most used thermoplastic resins in the world, it is the most used raw material after PET, in the same way, that polypropylene has high benefits in a large part of the industries. It comes from the polymerization of propylene, which is a gas generated from oil.

Characteristics of polypropylene

First of all, it is a highly impact-resistant resin, its melting point is around 160° C, which also gives it high resistance to temperature, as well as to corrosive, acidic, or dangerous substances. It is a waterproof material, that is, it is not damaged by water or humidity.

On the other hand, it has a low density, which makes the manufactured products light in weight, it is an insulator of electricity and has great versatility for the manufacture of various articles.

Uses of polypropylene

Due to its versatility, it is an ideal material for the manufacture of a large number of products and applications, among which are sheets, textiles for carpets or rugs, electrical components with an insulating function, and parts for the automotive industry and, of course, bottles and containers.

There are many ways to treat polypropylene, however, injection molding is one of the techniques that stands out for the manufacture of the vast majority of products. At Maxipet, we use this material mainly to manufacture various caps for our plastic containers.

Why should you prefer it?

The main reason is why it is a 100% recyclable material, you can find it marked under different products with the number 5. In addition, all its characteristics make it ideal for the packaging industry because it does not protect odors, and flavors and does not change the chemical properties of products that may be contained.

I need a container with a cap

Our customer service team is waiting for your call. Their great experience allows them to make different suggestions for containers and caps according to the needs of your product. We invite you to download our catalog so you can learn about all the products we have available.