APET Rigid Film
APET (amorphous polyethylene terephthalate) rigid film offers excellent clarity, good ductility, low temperature sensitivity and easy processing. It thermoforms at lower temperatures than PVC and contains no chlorine, making it a practical choice for medical device trays, diagnostic kit packaging, cosmetic and food-contact trays, and display packaging where transparency matters. Supplied in roll or cut-sheet form, it is printable and compatible with common sealing and sterilization processes.
Compliance Standards
Applications
- Pharmaceutical blisters
- Medical device trays
- Diagnostic kit packaging
- Cosmetic packaging
- Food-contact trays
- Retail display packaging
- Nutraceutical supplements
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Material | APET (amorphous polyethylene terephthalate) |
| Thickness Range | 200μm - 800μm |
| Width Range | 150mm - 800mm |
| Transparency | ≥88% light transmission |
| Density | 1.33 - 1.34 g/cm³ |
| Tensile Strength | ≥50 MPa |
| Elongation at Break | ≥100% |
| Thermoforming Temperature | 90-130°C |
| Forming Depth | Up to 20mm |
| Heat Seal Temperature | 140-200°C (with compatible lidding) |
| Surface Finish | Gloss or matte, printable on both sides |
| Recyclability | Mono-material PET (resin code 1), widely recycled |
| Regulatory | USP <661> Class VI, EP 3.1/3.2, FDA 21 CFR 177.1630, EU 10/2011 |
Packaging
Rolls on 76mm (3 inch) cores, stretch-wrapped with edge protection and desiccant; cut sheets available on request
Minimum Order Quantity
1,000 kg per specification
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about APET Rigid Film — specifications, usage, and compliance
APET forms at lower temperatures (90-130°C compared with 120-160°C for PVC) and contains no chlorine. Clarity is comparable, while moisture barrier is lower than PVC, so material selection should follow the stability data for the specific product.
APET is widely used for medical device trays and for blisters where the moisture barrier requirement allows. For highly moisture-sensitive formulations, PVC/PVDC or aluminum-based structures remain the appropriate choice.
APET is compatible with gamma irradiation and ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization. Autoclave steam sterilization is not recommended because of its relatively low heat deflection temperature.
200μm to 800μm is standard, with custom thicknesses available on request. Thickness tolerance is controlled to ±5% unless a tighter specification is agreed.
1,000 kg per specification is typical. Smaller trial quantities can be discussed for qualification and line-trial purposes.
Applications
Application Case Studies
Real-world success stories of APET Rigid Film across different industries
Clear Trays for Diagnostic Test Kits
A diagnostic manufacturer needed transparent trays that allowed visual inspection of test components before sealing.
APET Blisters for Nutraceutical Tablets
A nutraceutical producer wanted clearly transparent blisters without chlorine-containing material.
High-Clarity Display Packaging for Cosmetics
A cosmetics brand required a retail tray that showed the product clearly and printed well for shelf display.
Related materials
Other Rigid Film Materials
Compare specifications and compliance data for related packaging materials supplied from the same ISO 15378 certified platform.
RPET Rigid Film
Recycled-content PET rigid film for sustainable pharmaceutical and consumer packaging
PVC/APET Laminated Rigid Sheet
Composite PVC/APET rigid sheet combining forming performance with a high-gloss print surface
Cold-Form PVC Sheets
High formability for cold-seal blister packaging applications
Further reading
Technical Reading
Related articles on rigid film materials and applications
Recyclable Blister Packaging Under the EU PPWR: What to Specify Now
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation pushes blister packs toward design-for-recycling, but recyclability depends on the material stream, the lidding and the collection scheme in each market. This note sets out how PVC, PVC/PVDC, PVC/APET laminates, APET and RPET sit against those requirements, and the specification points worth fixing before tooling and validation.
Choosing Materials for Cosmetic Blisters and Display Trays
A material selection guide for cosmetic and personal care packaging — comparing APET, RPET and PVC/APET laminated sheet for transparent blisters, display trays and inserts, with notes on gloss, scuff resistance and low-MOQ trials.
Auditing a Packaging Material Supplier: A Practical Checklist for Pharmaceutical Buyers
A structured supplier audit is the most reliable way to confirm that a packaging material supplier can consistently meet your requirements. This checklist covers preparation, on-site review, and closure.
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