CareClear-PP (PET/PE)
CareClear-PP (PET/PE is a economical general use clear polyester based barrier material. The combination of Polyethylene Terephthalate and PE in the form of LLDPE provides strength and clarity in a heat sealable printable film. All while providing a economical price point.
Barrier Properties
The barrier properties of PET/PE are suitable form many applications and fall squarely in the mid-range of barrier films. CareClear-PP can provide sufficient barrier to keep many products fresh for the full shelf life expectancy.
Some applications not suitable for PET/PE would involve the requirement for light barrier, as PET/PE is a clear film, that even when printed will not prevent light exposure.
Note: The performance of any film will be influenced by a number of factors and testing must always be performed to ensure the film meets the use.
Oxygen Barrier
Moisture Barrier
Light Barrier
STrength
Heat Resistance
Freezer Storage
Customer Profile
PET/PE was a good candidate for this use.
The customer required a bag which could be printed with logos and graphics, but allowed the product inside to be seen by the consumer. The high clarity of PET/PE allowed the viewing window to built into the art.
Film Specifications
Transparent lamination of PET and LLDPE for use in a wide variety of packaging applications.
Here are some of the common indicated properties for this PET/PE film
Property | Sample Data |
---|---|
Available Thicknesses | 3mil - 7mil |
Sample Data Thickness | 3.0 Mil +- 5μ |
MVTR | .34 gms/100sq.in./24 hrs |
OTR | 7.36 cc/100sq.in./24 hrs |
Tensile Strength | 19 (MD) ASTM D-882, 22 (TD) ASTM D-882 |
Tear | 48 (MD) ASTM D-882, 48 (TD) ASTM-D992 |
Heat Seal Strength | >6 SIDE kg/15mm |
Bond Strength | >400 g/15mm |
Thrust Strength | >84 FED-STD-101-2065 |
Environmental Impact
This material is a multi-layer laminated plastic and will typically fall into the check-locally, or store drop off category. The product is
At Home Compost
Recyclability
PCR
Compliance Information
CareClear-PP is processed from raw resin which according to our film resine suppliers conforms to all applicable compliance standards indicated.
Kosher
BPA FREE
FDA Food Approved
EU Food Approved
PROP 65
RoHS / R.E.A.C.H
Common Uses
Here are some common uses of this film.
Related Materials
CareClear-PC PET/CPP
CareClear-PC provides some enhancement to heat potential with the use of Cast PP but also yields a very clear bag when used in thin film thicknesses.
CareClear-PNP PET/NYLON/PE
CareClear-PNP is a enhanced version of CareClear-PP which includes the addition of Nylon to increase certain barrier characteristics and strength for liquid and powder applications.
CareClear-XP KPET/PE
PVDC coated PET provided extra barrier for applications which need enhanced WVTR and OTR, with the greatest increase being for the OTR barrier.