| Uses | Plastic |
| Food containers, appliances, car fenders (bumpers). | |
| Packaging foam, food containers, disposable cups, plates, cutlery, CD and cassette boxes | |
| Electronic equipment cases (e.g., computer monitors, printers, keyboards), drainage pipe | |
| Carbonated drinks bottles, jars, plastic film, microwavable packaging | |
| Fibers, Textiles | |
| Fibers, toothbrush bristles, fishing line, under-the-hood car engine mouldings | |
| Plumbing pipes and guttering, shower curtains, window frames, flooring | |
| | Uses | Plastic |
| Cushioning foams, thermal insulation foams, surface coatings, printing rollers | |
| Compact discs, eyeglasses, riot shields, security windows, traffic lights, lenses | |
| Food packaging | |
| Wide range of inexpensive uses including supermarket bags, plastic bottles | |
| Heat-resistant, low-friction coatings, used in things like non-stick surfaces for frying pans, plumber's tape and water slides | |
| Contact lenses, glazing, aglets, fluorescent light diffusers, rear light covers for vehicles | |
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