Clear PET Bottles — Polyethylene Terephthalate Plastic Packaging

PET (polyethylene terephthalate) is the plastic of choice for high-end transparent packaging. LABOPICHOT has been manufacturing PET bottles and flasks since 1989 for the cosmetics, food and personal care sectors — combining crystal-clear transparency, lightness and excellent recyclability (the leading sector in France).

Why Choose PET for Your Packaging?

PET (recycling code 1 — PETE) is the most widely recycled plastic in the world. Its amorphous structure gives it exceptional transparency comparable to glass, whilst being ten times lighter and shatterproof. It is the material of choice for showcasing products — colours, textures, fill levels — without any visual distortion.

Available in a recycled version (rPET), PET enables brands to significantly reduce their carbon footprint whilst retaining the optical and mechanical properties of premium packaging. LABOPICHOT also offers ranges of standard and bespoke PET bottles.

Technical Properties of PET

PropertyPETPEHDPP
Transparence⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cristalline❌ Opaque⭐⭐ Semi-transparent
Weight (density g/cm³)1.38 (slight)0,950.91 (the lightest)
Impact resistanceGoodVery goodGood
Chemical resistanceGoodExcellentVery good
Max. temperature~70°C~80°C~100°C
Contact alimentaire✅ Oui✅ Oui✅ Oui
Recyclability♻️ Track 1 (best)Track 2Course 5
Recycled version✅ rPET disponibleRecycled HDPERare
Gas barrier (O₂/CO₂)ExcellentMediumMedium

The 7 Benefits of the PET Bottle

  • ✓Transparence cristalline — Optical clarity comparable to glass, ensuring your products are shown off to their best advantage (colour, texture, level).
  • ✓'Record-breaking lightness', desc: 'Reduced packaging weight, logistics savings and improved transport carbon footprint.' —
  • ✓Maximum recyclability — Stream 1, the most developed in France and Europe — high collection and recycling rates.
  • ✓Disponible en rPET — A 100% post-consumer recycled version is available, offering the same transparency with a 70% reduction in CO₂ emissions during production.
  • ✓Excellent gas barrier — Prevents oxidation of sensitive products (oils, serums, food supplements) at no extra cost.
  • ✓Inertie chimique — Suitable for use in a wide range of cosmetic, food and personal care formulations.
  • ✓Extensive customisation — Decoration using screen printing, pad printing, hot stamping, sleeves or self-adhesive labels.

Applications of PET Bottles by Sector

✨ Premium Cosmetics

Serums, skincare oils, floral waters, home fragrances, skincare gels. The transparency of PET enhances the product’s colour and texture.

🥗 Food & Supplements

Bottles for juices, cooking oils, vinegars, syrups and liquid food supplements. Certified food-grade, with an O₂ barrier.

💆 Parapharmacie

Bottles for oral solutions, thermal waters, hygiene products and aromatherapy. A neat and professional appearance.

♻️ Eco-friendly packaging

A range of 100% PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) rPET products designed to meet CSR commitments and meet the demands of retailers.

LABOPICHOT PET Bottle Ranges

Discover our full range of PET bottles: Boston, cylindrical, oval and square shapes; capacities from 10 ml to 1 litre; standard 18 mm, 20 mm, 24 mm and 28 mm necks. Matching closures available:plastic caps,dispenser pumps,spray tops andairless pumps.

♻️ Recycled PET (rPET) — Our Commitment

LABOPICHOT offers a range of bottles made from rPET (100% post-consumer recycled PET), which offer the same optical and mechanical properties as virgin PET, whilst reducing the carbon footprint by 40 to 70%. Supported by ADEME and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region.

Discover our rPET bottles →

Markets using this material

CosmeticsDietary supplementsParapharmacyPharmaceutical industry

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French manufacturer since 1989. Minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 5,000 units, delivery within 3 weeks. Clear PET or recycled rPET bottles, standard or custom-made.

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