Eastman is one of the world’s leaders in PET resin manufacturing and our Eastman PET polymers are produced in plants around the world.

Since 1973, when the first patent was received for producing plastic containers capable of holding carbonated beverages, Eastman has lead the way in innovation for the container industry with our PET resins. The first developments using PET resins at Eastman were centered around alternative packaging for the soft drink industry. Today, Eastman PET polymers provide solutions to brand owners for the packaging of soft drinks, beer, water, other beverages, milk, food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical packaging.

Eastman PET polymers are condensation polymers produced by a continuous melt–phase polymerization process followed by a solid–state polymerization process. By modifying the production process, Eastman is capable of producing polymers that provide different levels of clarity, processing efficiency, and reheat rates. Eastman is the only PET producer that supplies reactor–grade colored polymers. Eastman PET polymers are completely recyclable.

Eastman PET is recognized as being the leader in the container plastics industry. Challenge us with your packaging needs, and we will provide the right solution to meet your needs.