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→Shrink film to protect and secure products for retail and shipping environments. There are 3 main types of films used in shrink wrapping: POF, PVC & PE (LDPE, HDPE, LLDPE).
Shrink Film Type | Common Uses | Advantages | Disadvantages | |
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) | Toys
Packaging Boxes
Houseware Products
Stationary | Clear
Nice Shrink
Low Cost | Brittle
Toxic (including the health dangers posed during creation and incineration, as well as its level of sustainability.)
Not Food Safe (It can leak chemicals into food) | |
POF (Polyolefin) | ![]() | Food Packaging
Toys
Packaging Boxes
Houseware Products
Stationary | Food Grade
Strong Seal Strenght
Shrink Completly & Quickly
Excellent clarity and a glossy appearance | |
PE (Polyethylene) | ![]() | Bottles
Cans
Heavy Product
Transportation & Handling | More Elastic
Good Seal
Strength and durability for heavier and large items. | Not Clear |