General Film Guide
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Plastic Suppliers and Sidaplax
Plastic Suppliers is one of the top plastic film manufacturing and distributing companies in
the w orld, with over 65 yearsof experience in the industry. Our distribution centers, consisting
of tw o ISO9001: 2008 certified manufacturing facilities and multiple plants, are geographically
positioned to support our globalnetw orkdistribution customers in the USA, Canada and
Europe.
Plastic Suppliers supports yourbusinessgrowthby providing extensiveglobaloptions to
accommodate all of your manufacturing needs. Sidaplax, our European distribution facility,
centrally located in Ghent, Belgium, services allof Europe, including Asia and Africa and many
other countries throughout the w orld. We emphasize world-class customer service, strong
partnerships and growth strategies with a globalpresence.
Manufactured Products
Our Polyflex®
oriented polystyrene product line has been outperforming other polystyrene films for
decades. The high degree of performance exhibited by our products makes themideal for shrink
sleeve labels, tamper-evident bands, laminating, packaging and envelope w indow applications.
EarthFirst®
brand films are the premier biopolymer films available. Compostable to the ASTMD6400
and DIN EN 13432 specifications and made fromannually renewable resources, EarthFirst
films are poised to replace a number of “conventional”films in the marketplace. EarthFirst films
have excellent mechanical properties, a high naturaldyne level of 38, and are currently used in
shrinksleeve labels, tamper-evident bands, lamination, flexible packaging and envelope w indow
applications. If you are looking for an environmentally friendly film, w e are yourtotalresource
provider.
Certifications and Organizations
Manufacturing
Standard Master Roll Widths Are Available
Thickness from 80 gauge to 20 mil.
Products: Polyflex®
/ EarthFirst®
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution Capabilities
We have locations and agents across North America, Europe and the world.
Slitting and Sheeting
Narrow Web Slitting Available
Nominal upcharge on widths less than 3".
Call for dimensions and pricing.
Din Certco PMMI Biodegradable Products Institute Sustainable Packaging Coalition
Flexible Packaging Association Envelope Manufacturers Association Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute
Serving the plastic filmindustry for over 60 years, Plastic Suppliers
is ready, now more than ever, to be your total films solution.
“Your Total Film Solutions Company”
“Your Total Film Solutions Company”
EarthFirst®
and Polyflex®
are registered trademarks of Plastic Suppliers, Inc.

Polyflex®
Oriented Polystyrene Brand Films
Product Description Applications Thickness (gauge)
Label/Shrink
Clear
Biaxially oriented, FDA compliant for direct food contact, outstanding
gloss and smooth finish, resistant to grease, excellent die cutting
attributes. Also available: one-side corona treated. Specialty colors
available.
Labeling, Laminations, Printing, Insert Labels, Metallized and
3-D Glasses
200, 225, 250, 275, 300,
400, 475, 700, 750, 1000
White
Opaque w hite finish. Available in high gloss, low gloss and matte.
Also available one or tw o side treated. Labeling
200, 225, 240, 325, 350,
375, 400, 475, 500, 600,
650, 750, 1000, 1500
TDO LS
Low slope shrink curve film allow ing precise control of shrinkage
amount and compression force as a function of temperature. The
ideal choice for tapered containers w ith small height to diameter
ratios.
Shrink Sleeves, Tamper-evident Bands and Bundle Packs 157, 177, 197, 236
TDO GP
A general purpose shrink curve covering a broad range of
applications. Its low shrink force avoids “frow ns” and “smiles”
finishing defects. Provides a superior surface for ink adhesion to
create a beautiful shelf presence for your product.
Shrink Sleeves, Tamper-evident Bands and Bundle Packs 157, 177, 197, 236
TDOXP
Formulated to handle more demanding shrink labeling applications.
This film provides the high shrinkcharacteristics required for uniquely
shaped containers. The low shrink force enables little or no shrink in
the MD direction.
Shrink Sleeve, Tamper-evident Bands and Bundle Packs 157, 177, 197, 236
Matteflex Formulated for the use of dry letter transfer, litho-grade surface for
better graphics and smooth ink transfer. Dry Letter Transfer forGraphic Arts 475
Matte A clear, light matte polystyrene fim designed for label applications. Label and Insert Labels 200, 250, 350
Packaging
Lamination This product has a high degree of clarity and is used for printed and
clear laminations as w ellas w indows in w indow carton applications.
Printing, Lamination and Window ing 125, 150
Fabrication
R/M Matte High content rubber modified, good clarity film. Check Savers 220, 300
Balewrap
This product has a smooth, clear, w hite translucent finish. Note: This
product is not recommended for food overwrap or packaging. Bale Overw rap, Wrist Bands 220, 300
Envelope
PWF A/S Matte finish and low gloss for w indow envelope applications.
Meets USPS readability standards for window envelope application.
Envelope Window s 105, 115, 125, 150, 200

Polypropylene Films
Product Description Applications Thickness (gauge)
Packaging
Co-Ex A general purpose, heat-sealable, co-extruded, biaxially oriented
polypropylene film. White Co-Ex available (90, 120) HFFS, VFFS, Lamination
60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 120,
140, 160, 200
White
Cavitated
Designed for packaging heat-sensitive food products such as ice
creams, chocolate bars, etc. This high-yield film has a very low heat
seal initiation temperature on one side, w hile permitting ease of
printing on the other side.
Heat-sensitive Products, HHFS, VFFS, Overw rap 118, 137, 169
Cast
A high-clarity, high-slip, clear polypropylene fim that provides good
machinability and side w eld seals. An FDA compliant film.
Clear and Printed Bags, Resealable Bags,
Stand-Up Pouches, “Boil-In-Bag”,
Archival Document Protection, Hot-Fill Bags and Liners
90 – 650
Metallized This is metallized co-extruded, biaxially oriented one-side sealable
film. Metallized White available (70) Overw rap, Decorative 70, 80, 120
Acrylic /
Acrylic
Tw o sides coated w ith aqueous acrylic (chlorine-free) dispersion.
Heat-sealable on both sides, w ith excellent hot tack. Excellent barrier
to flavors and aromas. Outstanding clarity. Low -sealing threshold
and broad seal range. Both sides ink, adhesive and tear tape
receptive. Puncture and impact resistance are maintained, even at
low temperatures.
Candy Bag, Confectionery Snacks,
Single Web or Laminations
100, 120, 140, 160
Acrylic /
PVdC
One side coated w ith aqueous dispersion PVdC copolymer, one side
coated w ith aqueous acrylic dispersion. Excellent barrier to w ater
vapor, gases and aromas. Heat-sealable on both sides. Both sides
ink, adhesive and tear tape receptive. Puncture and impact resistance
maintained, even at low temperatures.
Single Web or Laminations,
Economical Clear Barrier Film
100, 125, 160, 210
Slip
Slip
Tw o-side differential dyne treatment, excellent clarity and good
stiffness. Slip Matte available (60, 70)
Graphic Arts, Lamination,
Outer Web in Flexible Packaging, Folding Carton
48, 75, 100, 120,
140, 200
Anti-Fog
Broad heat seal range (220° – 300° F) for high speed HFFS and VFFS
machinery. Fin seal only (for unsupported applications). Good hot
tack and moisture barrier. Anti-fog surface resistant to condensation
buildup. Differentially treated for ink adhesion and lamination bonds.
Great for refrigerated produce packaging.
Folding Carton 100, 120, 140, 160
Label
In-Mold
Non heat-sealable, both sides treated, high gloss, w hite film w ith one
side matte skin for improved slip and anti-static properties to be used
as sheets in offset printing for in-mold label applications. Excellent
lay-flat characteristics and die cutting performance.
Cut and Stack, In-mold Labeling 240, 320
Bottle Label
Clear non-heat sealable. Also available in w hite and metallized. White
Bottle Label (100, 160, 200) and Metallized Bottle Label(100, 120)
Roll Fed Bottle Labels, Cut and Stack Labels
60, 70, 100, 120,
140, 160, 200

Polyester Films
Product Description Applications Thickness (gauge)
Label/Shrink
Clear A clear, transparent fimwith excellent handling characteristicswidely
used in stamping foil, labels and flexible packaging.
Adhesive Tape, Metallizing, Book Jackets and Labels
48, 75, 92, 142, 200, 300,
400, 500
White
An opaque w hite filmw ith superb handling properties that is available
untreated or w ith an adhesion pre-treatment on one or both surfaces
to promote adhesion to most industrial coatings.
Labels Face Stock, Phone Cards and Graphics Applications 92, 200, 300, 500, 700
TDO
Excellent printing surface for inkadhesion. Available in both standard
and high-shrink versions. These films have an anti-stat coating on
one side for better processing.
Shrink Sleeves, Tamper-evident Bands and Bundle Packs 177, 197
GraphicArts
Super
Clear
These films are optically clear w ith a smooth surface, high gloss,
and good dimensional stability. Film types in the Super Clear family
include one or tw o-side adhesion treated.
Graphic Arts, Laminations, Folding Carton
Window s and Labels
92, 142, 200, 300, 400,
500, 700, 1000
Slip
This film is an optically clear polyester film w ith a smooth surface,
high gloss and good dimensional stability. Both surfaces of this film
are slip treated for good handling characteristics.
Archival Sheeting, Flexible Circuits
200, 300, 440, 640, 700,
750, 1000
Industrial
General
Purpose
A film w ith good clarity and good handling properties particularly
suited for metallizing and general purpose applications.
Decorative Lamination, Silicone Release and Labels
48, 75, 92, 142, 200, 300,
400, 500
Casting /
Release
Translucent matte film w ith low TD shrinkage.
Stamping Foils, Decorative Lamination, Labels,
Casting and Release
92, 142, 200, 300
Stamping
Foil
Available in high or low gloss.
Stamping Foils, Decorative Lamination, Labels,
Casting and Release
48, 60, 92, 142, 200, 300
Packaging
Packaging
A clear, high gloss/low haze film w ith exceptional strength and
dimensional stability. Also available in one-side adhesion pre-
treatment to promote ink and coating adhesion. Complies w ith FDA
regulations for food packaging. Also available one-side heat
sealable.
Laminating, Printing and Metallizing 48, 60, 80
Sealphane
10.63
Dual ovenable, for food contact cooking up to 410o
F. Withstands
freezing to -40o
F. Self venting. Seals and peels cleanly from itself or
APET, CPET, modified CPET, PETG, rPET, PVC, PC, PLA, PET film
or PET coated paperboard. High gas, w ater vapor and aroma barrier.
Optional corona treated one side (10.63HT)
Lidding 53, 80, 100, 144
Sealphane
10.64
Dual ovenable, for food contact cooking up to 410o
F. Withstands
freezing to -40o
F. Self venting. Seals to itself, PP, HDPE, PS, HIPS,
APET, CPET, modified CPET, PETG, rPET, PVC, PC, PLA and PET
coated paperboard trays, bottles and jars. High gas, w ater vapor and
aroma barrier. Optional corona treated one side (10.64HT) and anti-
fog (10.64HTAF).
Lidding 53, 100

Polyester Films
Product Description Applications Thickness (gauge)
Packaging
Sealphane
10.92
Dual ovenable for food contact cooking up to 410o
F. Withstands
freezing to -40o
F. Seals to itself, APET, CPET, modified CPET, PET
coated paperboard and PVC. Tack seals w ith light strength and a
broad seal temperature range (260 to 410o
F).
Lidding, over-w rapping, pouch laminations 48, 72, 92
Sealphane
10.93
Dual ovenable for food contact cooking up to 410o
F. Withstands
freezing to -40o
F. Seals to itself, APET, CPET, modified CPET, PET
coated paperboard and PVC. Tack seals w ith high strength and a
broad seal temperature range (260 to 410o
F).
Lidding, over-w rapping, pouch laminations 48, 60, 80, 92, 120
Sealphane
10.94
Dual ovenable for food contact cooking up to 410o
F. Withstands
freezing to -40o
F. Seals to itself, APET, CPET, PET coated
paperboard and PVC. Tack seals w ith extra-high strength and a
broad seal temperature range (260 to 410o
F).
Lidding, over-w rapping, pouch laminations 60, 80, 20
Synthetic Paper
Label
Cavitated
White
Label
A high-yield, tw o-side coated matte finish, w hite, high opacity mineral-
enhanced polypropylene printing and converting film. A special print-
receptive coating is on both sides for optimum UV and conventional
offset, flexo as wellas screen, gravure and thermal transfer printing.
Cut and Stack Labels, Posters, Maps, Tags, Signs, Calendars 320, 400, 600, 720
White
Matte
Label
Tw o-side printable matte finish, w hite, opaque, mineral-reinforced
polypropylene printing and converting fi m. Excellent candidate for
a range of applications w here durability, strength, moisture/chemical
resistance and superior printability are required. Ideal w here high
tear strength materials are required. FDA compliant for direct food
contact.
Posters, Manuals, Menus, Tags, Cards, Banners 400, 600, 710, 800, 1000
Polyethylene Film
Packaging
LDPE
Cost-effective, generally hazy fim, w ith good chemical resistance,
high-impact strength and heat sealability.
Bag Liner, Tissue Box Window Panel 150, 200

Plastic Suppliers / Brand Films
Product Description Applications Thickness (gauge)
Packaging
BCP
Heat-sealable, printable packaging film w ith a high MVTR, good
aroma barrier properties, low heat seal temperatures, and excellent
dead fold. This film is perfect for a variety of packaging applications.
HFFS, VFFS, Produce Packaging, Overw rap
80, 100, 120,
160, 200, 300
BCNS
A high barrier, FDA-compliant heat sealable clear film. This film
is printable w ith high O2TR, MVTR and barrier properties w ith a
NanoShield®
coating.
HFFS, VFFS, Packaging, Overw rap 80, 120, 300
BCF Excellent printability, easily heat sealed, w ith great stiffness and a
high MVTR makes this film perfect for any floralwrapping application. Flow er Wrap 80, 100, 120
BCLM Grease-resistant, high natural dyne level make this perf ect
f or laminating to paper or paperboard. Laminations 80, 100, 120
Label/ShrinkLabel
TCL
Controlled slip characteristics and a high natural dyne level make
this UV transparent label film perfect for pressure-sensitive and other
label applications.
Labels
200, 300, 400,
475, 750, 1000
TWL
White, scratch-resistant filmw ith excellent slip and high natural dyne
level, making this film an excellent candidate for labeling applications.
Also available corona treated one or tw o sides.
Labels
200, 240, 400,
800, 1000
TDO
Superior surface for ink adhesion. TDO film provides high shrinkage
across the w eb w idth w ith little or no shrinkage in the opposing
direction at the low est temperatures in the industry.
Shrink Sleeves, Tamper-evident Bands and Bundle Packs 177, 197, 240, 280
Fabrication
BCFB
Specifically formulated for food and pharmaceutical applications, this
fim has excellent forming characteristics and high clarity.
Food, Pharmaceutical, Lidding Stock or Stretch Cards 80, 120, 300, 400, 500
Envelope
Compostable
Low -scratch, compostable film specifically formulated for use in
envelope w indows. Meets USPS readability standards for w indow
envelope fi m. Tinted w ith a light green hue.
Envelope Window s 105, 115
All Earth First®
f ilms are FDA compliant f or direct f ood contact.
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