Polymer

Softening Temp. (˚C)

Products Reported

Decomposition Temp. (˚C)

Examples

Polyethylene (PE)

100 - 120

No gas

270 - 350

Bags, sacks, detergent bottles etc.

Polypropylene (PP)

140 - 160

No gas

270 - 300

Film wrapping of biscuits, chips

Polystyrene (PS)

110 - 140

No gas

300 - 350

Disposable glasses