HDPE is a semi-crystalline polyolefin valued in both virgin and recycled form for its chemical resistance, relatively high stiffness, and good impact strength compared with lower-density polyethylenes such as LDPE or LLDPE. These properties are part of why rigid containers such as jerrycans and detergent bottles are commonly manufactured from HDPE, particularly through blow-molding processes, and why that same packaging becomes a recurring feedstock source once it reaches end of life.

Recycled HDPE from jerrycan and detergent-container feedstock typically undergoes collection, sorting, size reduction, washing, contamination control, and reprocessing before pelletization. The exact process for this grade, including the treatment of labels, caps, residual contents, and non-HDPE components, should be confirmed with the supplier. Buyers evaluating PCR HDPE sourced from container waste typically review factors such as odor, moisture content, and color consistency in addition to melt flow and density, since these can vary more between lots than they do for virgin resin.

The product sheet lists an MFI of 0.12 g/10min and a density of 0.95 g/cm³ for this grade. The test temperature, load, method, and tolerance behind the MFI figure are not shown on the current product sheet and should be confirmed through the supplier's TDS or COA. If measured under a standard HDPE melt-flow condition, a value in this range would generally indicate relatively high melt viscosity — but the figure alone is not sufficient to confirm suitability for blow molding, extrusion, or any specific product; processing suitability should be verified against the buyer's own equipment, product design, and trial results.

Processing Performance and Application Potential

The listed application for this grade is household HDPE. The grade may be considered for selected rigid household products, subject to confirmation of processing performance, odor, color, contamination, and mechanical requirements against the buyer's own equipment and product design.

Compared with virgin HDPE, PCR grades can show greater lot-to-lot variation in melt behavior, odor, and color, which is one reason a pre-production sample trial is typically run before a volume order is placed rather than relying on listed MFI and density figures to predict performance. Buyers can use the MFI and density figures above as a starting point for that evaluation.

Jerrycan and detergent-container feedstock is a common source category for rigid HDPE recycling, and buyers sourcing for similar household applications may find this feedstock profile relevant to review alongside their own specification requirements.

Material Data

Listed Availability from South Korea

The product sheet lists availability of 50 MT per month from South Korea. This rHDPE grade is listed with GRS and GR under certification for buyers sourcing household HDPE applications. Buyers should request supporting documentation, including applicable certificate numbers, validity dates, and certification scope, from Regenport as part of procurement due diligence. Centralized sourcing through Regenport is intended to give overseas buyers a single point of contact for quantity confirmation, documentation, and logistics coordination.

A Practical PCR Pellet to Evaluate

White rHDPE PCR pellet is one option within Regenport's broader rHDPE lineup for buyers evaluating recycled HDPE sourced from jerrycan and detergent-container feedstock. The product sheet lists GRS and GR under certification; buyers should verify the applicable certification scope and documentation during qualification. Contact Regenport to discuss sample availability, current specifications, order quantity, and delivery lead time for your application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What applications is this rHDPE grade typically evaluated for? The listed application for this grade is household HDPE. The grade may be considered for selected rigid household products, subject to confirmation of processing performance and the buyer's own trial results.

Why does the feedstock stream matter for a recycled HDPE grade? A jerrycan and detergent-container feedstock means the input material comes primarily from rigid packaging such as containers and bottles, rather than, for example, film or pipe scrap. The exact collection and sorting process, including whether industrial as well as household sources are included, should be confirmed with the supplier.

How much is listed as available per month? Approximately 50 MT/month is currently listed as available from South Korea; confirm current volume with Regenport before ordering.

What does the certification listed for this grade mean? The product sheet lists GRS and GR under certification. GRS (Global Recycled Standard) is an international voluntary product standard that includes requirements for recycled content, chain-of-custody controls, and specified social, environmental, and chemical requirements; the scope applicable to this grade should be verified through the relevant certification documents. GR is a separate Korean certification (우수재활용제품 품질인증, Korea's quality certification for recycled products) and is not the same scheme as GRS. Buyers should request the applicable certificates, certificate numbers, validity dates, and certification scope from Regenport before relying on either claim in a purchase decision.

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