Linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE)
Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) is trusted across industries for its versatility, durability, and proven performance in demanding applications. With strong tensile strength, excellent puncture resistance, and adaptable melt flow characteristics, LLDPE resin supports high-quality results in film extrusion, rotomolding, and injection molding applications—all while meeting the demanding standards of modern manufacturing.
LLDPE product specifications
Butene copolymer safety data sheets (LLDPE)
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Hexene copolymer safety data sheets (LLDPE, HDPE)
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Product summary
LLDPE product 101
Understanding how we name our linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) grade slates is essential to selecting a LLDPE resin with the right melt flow, density, tensile strength and puncture resistance. Our naming convention helps you identify the best fit quickly—so you can move forward with confidence when reviewing product details for your next application.
Density is reflected by the first two numbers found in the product name, which is 18 in this instance. These numbers represent the last two significant digits of the density value. See examples below.
18 = 0.918 density
53 = 0.953 density
63 = 0.963 density
Related conversion processes
LLDPE is trusted across a wide range of conversion processes, including injection molding, film extrusion and rotomolding. Known for its melt flow versatility, tensile strength, and puncture resistance, LLDPE resin is ideal for producing durable and flexible parts at scale.
Film extrusion
Film extruded LLDPE is used to make industrial and food packaging, stretch films and more.
Injection molding
Injection molded HDPE is used to make caps, bottle closures, toys and more.
Rotomolding
Rotomolded LLDPE is used to make large products such as playgrounds, industrial containers and more.
Markets powered by LLDPE
From flexible packaging to industrial containers, LLDPE resin delivers the performance converters need—offering the right balance of strength, durability, and processability for a wide range of applications across high-demand markets.
Agriculture
LLDPE is used to create containers that can safely store agricultural products.
Industrial
Manufacturing products such as crates, blown film and drums benefit from LLDPE, depending on the use case.
Food packaging
Polymer packaging made with LLDPE helps protect food from delivery and shipping to your kitchen.
Outdoor living
A popular choice for outdoor applications, LLDPE ensures patio furniture can withstand the elements.
Healthcare
Depending on the product’s desired properties, LLDPE can be used to make industrial packaging and blown film.
Toys
LLDPE helps provides toys with flexibility and durability—keeping them safe from little hands that might break them.
Household
Durable and leak-resistant containers for household chemicals can be made with HDPE resin.
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