LLDPE FILM

Linear Low Density Polyethylene, or LLDPE resin, has gone through a proliferation of LLDPE film grades which have different properties since their introduction in the late 1970’s. LLDPE film resins are versatile, yet there is no one size fits all. For example, the strength and lower clarity of LLDPE do not make it the ideal candidate for heat shrink film.

Linear Low was originally touted as a cost reducer by virtue of it’s strength compared to LDPE and lower cost to manufacture. While some of these promises have come true, butene LLDPE makes for relatively weak film, especially if not processed in the right conditions.