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Common Blister Materials: PET, PVC, PP, PS, and Flocking Material

May. 25, 2026

Material	Key Advantages	Key Disadvantages	Best For
PET	Crystal clear,Food-safe,High rigidit,Recyclable,Lower material cost than PVC	Brittle, Easy to crack under force	Food packaging,Cosmetic inserts ,High-end product displays, General blister packs
PVC	Moderate price, Great formability,Lightweight,Good insulation properties	Not food-contact approved in some regions,Poor eco-friendliness	General blister packs,Blister cards, Stationery & toy packaging
PP	Stable, flexible, tough & durableImpact resistant, wear-resistant & heat resistant	Low transparency,Requires higher processing temperature	Laboratory equipment, Medical devices, Plastic straws, Hot food containers
PS	Ultra-transparent,Easy vacuum forming	Extremely brittle,Poor heat resistance	Luxury cosmetic packaging, Gift inserts, Delicate item trays
Flocking	Luxurious velvet texture, Excellent shock absorption & protection	Higher cost, Complicated production, Not waterproof	Premium gift inserts, Jewelry trays, Fragile goods

Conclusion

Packaging project requirements decide the right blister material. PET suits food-safe clear packs with competitive costs. Moderately-priced PVC fits daily general packaging. Tough opaque PP works for industrial, medical, food trays. Ultra-transparent PS elevates luxury gift boxes. Soft flocking material protects fragile valuables like jewelry.

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