LDPE — Low Density Polyethylene
LDPE is a soft, flexible polyethylene with good processability, good transparency and good sealability.
What is LDPE?
LDPE is a soft, flexible polyethylene with good processability, good transparency and good sealability.
Typical properties
| Density | ~0.915–0.935 g/cm³ |
| Tensile strength | ~8–20 MPa |
| Flexibility | high |
| Melt strength | good |
Typical applications
FilmsBagsCoatingsCable insulationFlexible packagingShrink films
Industries
PackagingFilm industryCable industryConstructionConsumer goods
Processing
Blown film extrusion, cast film, extrusion coating and injection moulding. MFI and density determine film and coating behaviour.
How NSB supplies LDPE
NSB Polymers trades LDPE in Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade and Stocklot qualities — sourced from 50+ producers and 200+ trading partners worldwide. Available lots change weekly.
Related materials
Typical guide values only. Actual density, tensile strength, MFI, heat deflection and processing behaviour vary by producer, additive package, reinforcement content, moisture, colour, recycled content and quality level (Prime, Near-Prime, Wide-Spec, Off-Grade, Stocklot). These values are not a specification and no guarantee of suitability for a specific application — binding are only written offers and agreed specifications. See our Note on product information.
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