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Posted 09 May 2025 - 03:11 PM

PET bottles are strong, lightweight, and food-safe, making them ideal for packaging beverages and liquids. At D.E.L.L PET, we manufacture PET bottles that meet strict quality standards while also being fully recyclable, combining performance with sustainability.


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Posted 11 May 2025 - 12:18 PM

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles are widely used in packaging—especially for beverages, edible oils, and other liquid consumables—because of a combination of beneficial properties:

1. Excellent Barrier Properties
  • Oxygen and carbon dioxide barrier: PET slows gas transfer, helping preserve the carbonation in soft drinks and the freshness of juices or oils.

  • Moisture resistance: It protects contents from external humidity and prevents moisture loss.

2. Lightweight Yet Strong
  • PET bottles are much lighter than glass but still provide good impact resistance, reducing transportation costs and breakage.

3. Transparency and Aesthetic Appeal
  • Clear PET gives products a clean, attractive look, allowing consumers to see the product inside—important for marketing and consumer trust.

4. Chemical Resistance
  • PET is inert to many food and beverage ingredients, which helps maintain product safety and integrity.

5. Recyclability
  • PET is 100% recyclable and widely accepted in recycling streams, making it a relatively eco-friendly plastic option compared to others.

6. Moldability and Versatility
  • It can be blow-molded into various shapes and sizes, offering design flexibility for branding and ergonomics.

7. Cost-Effectiveness
  • Compared to glass or metal, PET is cheaper to produce and transport, making it economically viable for mass production.


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