polypropylene
noun
poly·pro·pyl·ene
ˌpä-lē-ˈprō-pə-ˌlēn 
: any of various thermoplastic plastics or fibers that are polymers of propylene
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The region accounts for roughly a quarter of global polyethylene and polypropylene exports, according to S&P Global Energy data.
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Julian Torres, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
Wei’s goods are made with polypropylene, a plastic material derived from oil and made in the Middle East, a dominant producer in the global industry.
—Eunice Yoon, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
Even yogurt containers and margarine tubs — made of some of the most common plastic packaging materials, such as polypropylene — are being recycled at a rate of only 2% in the state, the report said.
—Susanne Rust
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Common materials for outdoor rugs include polyester, jute, olefin, nylon, sisal, and polypropylene.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
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Julian Torres, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
Wei’s goods are made with polypropylene, a plastic material derived from oil and made in the Middle East, a dominant producer in the global industry.
—Eunice Yoon, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
Even yogurt containers and margarine tubs — made of some of the most common plastic packaging materials, such as polypropylene — are being recycled at a rate of only 2% in the state, the report said.
—Susanne Rust
follow, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
Common materials for outdoor rugs include polyester, jute, olefin, nylon, sisal, and polypropylene.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2026
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“Polypropylene.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polypropylene. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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