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.

Relative Performance Indications

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

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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. 

Snacks & ChipsChips, Wafers, Nuts, Popcorn, Seeds, Trail MixCannabisCannabis, extracts, edibles, marijuanaEasy Pill PouchesSupplements, pills, medicinesCookies & CandyBiscuits, Cookies, Chocolate Bars, Candy, Chewing GumFrozen FoodsVegetables, Seafoods, Meat, Block CheeseAgriculturalPlant Seeds and Plant FertilizerFrozen FoodsMicrowave Meals, Curries, Fruits, VeggiesSpices & FlourSpices, Flour, Salt, Sugar, Rice, Baking MixDog & Cat FoodDog & Cat Food, Bird Seed, Livestock FeedChemicalsAgro Chemicals, Detergent, Industrial Chemicals, CementPowder ProductProtein Drinks, Milk Powders, Supplementary PowdersLaser ScoringVarious applications from dried products. IndustrialNuts, Bolts, Tools, Plumbing fixtures

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.