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Polyethylene (HDPE) ((C₂H₄)n) — Properties, Uses & Safety

🧱 Polymers & Plastics

Overview

The world's most widely produced plastic, used in packaging, pipes, containers, and countless everyday items.

IUPAC Name: poly(1-ethylene)
CAS Number: 9002-88-4
PubChem CID: 6325750
Molecular Formula: (C₂H₄)n
Molar Mass: 28060 g/mol
State at STP: solid
Appearance: Translucent to white waxy solid

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