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| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Moisture | < 2% |
| Particle size | ≤ 1–15 mm |
| Bulk density | > 250–750 kg/m3 |
| Thickness | 50–1,200 μm |
| Other materials than PET | < 500 mg/kg |
| Flakes with glue | < 4,000 mg/kg |
| Wood, paper | < 100 mg/kg |
| Metal content | < 500 mg/kg |
| PVC content | < 100 mg/kg |
| Contamination other than water | < 2,000 mg/kg |
| PET containers from non‐food application | < 5% |
PVC: poly(vinyl chloride); PET: poly(ethylene terephthalate).
