Polypropylene
Polypropylene (PP), also known as polypropene, is a thermoplastic polymer used in a wide variety of applications. It is produced via chain-growth polymerization from the monomer propylene.
History[edit | edit source]
Polypropylene was first polymerized by German chemist Karl Ziegler and Italian chemist Giulio Natta at the company Montecatini in 1954. It was first commercialized by the Italian company Montecatini in 1957.
Properties[edit | edit source]
Polypropylene is in the polymer class of polyolefins and is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic. It has high resistance to many chemical solvents, bases and acids. It also has a high melting point, making it ideal for hot-fill liquids.
Applications[edit | edit source]
Polypropylene is used in many different industries, including packaging, textiles, automotive parts, reusable containers, laboratory equipment, and more.
Environmental Impact[edit | edit source]
Polypropylene is one of the most commonly produced plastics worldwide, with over 70 million tonnes produced in 2013. It is also one of the most commonly discarded, contributing significantly to global plastic waste.
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