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PET (Polyethylene terephthalate) is made from ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid. There are two main types of PET: Amorphous PET (APET) and Crystalline PET (CPET), the main difference being that CPET is partly crystallized, while APET is amorphous. Due to its partially crystalline structure, CPET is opaque, while APET´s amorphous structure provides glass quality clarity.
defined is one of the most popular forms of packaging for both the pharmaceutical and retail environments. Its’ popularity largely stems from the fact that it allows the product(s) to be see, can be easily automated and is a relatively low cost packaging solution.