Synthetic paper
Synthetic paper is a material made out of synthetic resin which is made to have properties similar to regular paper.
Synthetic paper is usually made out of either biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) or high-density polyethylene (HDPE). The applications include paper for labels (thus that can bond with ink) and . The products can be highly water resistant and flexible and durable and tear resistant.[1]
To the can be added calcium carbonate.[1]
The market for synthetic paper includes packaged food and beverage consumption and cosmetics industries.[1]
Notable manufacturers[]
- PPG Industries[1]
- Yupo Corporation[1]
- DuPont[1]
- Seiko Epson Corporation
- AGFA-Gevaert N.V. Corporation
- Cosmo Synthetic Paper
References[]
Categories:
- Synthetic paper
- Chemical industry
- Plastics industry
- Packaging materials