Food, Beverage, & Grocery Store Materials

Plastics in supermarkets and grocery stores are utilized for display and storage bins, shelf dividers and organizers, bakery trays and display cases, deli and prepared food containers, bulk food dispensers, as well as signage and price tags. (NAICS 445)

Rigid plastics, such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene (PP), and polycarbonate, serve many purposes in supermarkets and grocery stores. They are utilized for display and storage bins, ensuring organized showcases for products like fruits, vegetables, and bakery goods.

Properties

FDA approved food safe
Transparent
Sealable
Durable
Lightweight
Cost-effective

Applications

Display and storage bins
Shelf dividers and organizers
Bakery trays and display cases
Deli and prepared food containers
Bulk food dispensers
Signage, price tags, and labels

Industries

Supermarkets and other grocery stores
Convenience stores
Meat, fish, and seafood markets
Fruit and vegetable markets
Baked goods stores
Confectionery and nut stores
Beer, wine, and liquor stores

Food, Beverage, & Grocery Store Materials Overview

What are the materials used in supermarkets?

High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE): HDPE is a widely used plastic material in supermarkets. It is commonly found in plastic bags for packaging produce, groceries, and other items. HDPE is also used for plastic containers, bottles, and jugs for liquids like milk, detergent, and cleaning supplies.

Polypropylene (PP): PP is another common plastic material used in supermarkets for applications including plastic food containers for deli products, prepared meals, and take-out items. PP is known for its heat resistance and is often used in microwave-safe containers.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET): PET is primarily used for packaging beverages in supermarkets. It is commonly found in plastic bottles for water, soda, juice, and other drinks. PET offers clarity, strength, and resistance to impact, making it suitable for storing liquid products.

Polystyrene (PS): Polystyrene is used in supermarkets, particularly in the form of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam. EPS foam is utilized in packaging materials, such as foam trays for meat, poultry, and produce. However, there is a growing awareness of the environmental impact of EPS foam, and efforts are being made to find more sustainable alternatives.

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): PVC is occasionally used in supermarkets for specific applications. It may be found in some packaging films, cling wraps, or rigid plastic pipes used in plumbing or infrastructure.

Expanded PVC provides the rigidity and light weight necessary for frame backings and mounting boards.

Food, Beverage, & Grocery Store Resources & PDFs

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including 1,3-Butadiene, CAS 106-99-0, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Styrene, CAS 100-42-5, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING: The products on this page can expose you to chemicals including Polyvinyl Chloride, CAS 9002-86-2, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

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