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polyéthylène téréphtalate
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1) A thermoplastic polyester resin made from ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid; melts at 265°C; used to make films or fibers. 2) Type of plastic used to make artificial fibres and plastic bottles, which can be recycled.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/6497