PET sheet and thermoform skeletons
Skeletal trim and off-spec sheet from PET thermoforming. Buyers care a lot about the PET type and anything layered or printed on it.
What it is
Trim left after thermoforming trays, clamshells and cups, plus off-spec rolls and sheet. Variants include APET, recycled-content PET and PETG, which behave differently in recycling.
Typical sources
- Thermoformers making food packaging
- Sheet extruders
- Blister and clamshell packaging makers
What buyers need to quote
- PET type: APET, recycled-content PET or PETG
- Clear or coloured
- Printed, coated or multilayer
- Form: skeletons, rolls or granulated
- Packaging and tonnes per month
Photo tips
- The sheet edge or roll label showing the material
- Close-ups of any print or coating
- Baled or boxed skeletons
What raises its value
- One PET type per lot
- Clear and uncoated
- Granulated or densely baled
Common reasons for rejection or downgrade
- PETG or other plastics mixed in
- Multilayer or coated sheet not declared
- Paper or adhesive labels
Specifications vary by buyer. The final grade is agreed between you and the buyer against the buyer's specification or recognised industry specifications such as ReMA (formerly ISRI).