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Shredded HDPE Plastics

Premium recycled HDPE flakes ready for injection molding, extrusion, or DIY projects. Color-sorted, clean, and sized for consistent processing results.

Shredded HDPE

Material Specifications

Material Type:Post-consumer HDPE
Particle Size:3-8mm flakes
Cleanliness:Washed and dried
Moisture Content:<1%
Contamination:Minimal (<0.5%)
Available Quantities:1 lb to 50+ lbs

Quality Guarantee

  • Thoroughly washed and dried
  • Consistent particle sizing
  • Low contamination levels
  • Color-sorted batches available

Why Choose Our Shredded HDPE?

Premium Quality

Thoroughly cleaned and processed HDPE materials ready for your next project. Consistent particle size for reliable processing.

Color-Sorted Batches

Available in solid colors or custom blends. Create unique patterns or maintain color consistency across your production run.

Ready to Process

Clean, dry, and sized for injection molding, extrusion, rotomolding, or DIY recycling projects. No additional prep needed.

Flexible Quantities

Available from 1lb samples to bulk quantities of 50+ lbs. Perfect for hobbyists, makers, and small-scale manufacturers.

Available Colors & Blends

Black shredded HDPE
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Black

Deep black HDPE flakes

White shredded HDPE
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White

Clean white HDPE flakes

Red shredded HDPE
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Red

Vibrant red from bottle caps

Blue shredded HDPE
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Blue

Bright blue plastic flakes

Green shredded HDPE
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Green

Bright green HDPE

Multicolor shredded HDPE
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Multicolor

Mixed color blend for unique patterns

Custom Blend shredded HDPE
Made to Order

Custom Blend

Specify your exact color mix

Custom Color Blends

Need a specific color mix for your project? We can create custom blends to match your exact specifications. Minimum order quantities apply for custom blends.

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Applications & Use Cases

Injection Molding

Perfect particle size for small-scale injection molding projects

  • Product prototypes
  • Custom parts
  • Small production runs
  • Replacement components

Extrusion

Consistent material for filament making and profile extrusion

  • 3D printer filament
  • Profile extrusions
  • Sheet production
  • Tubing and pipes

DIY Recycling

Great for home-scale plastic recycling and maker projects

  • Heat press projects
  • Melted art pieces
  • Custom molds
  • Educational projects

Research & Development

Material testing and development without large minimum orders

  • Material testing
  • Process development
  • Educational demos
  • Sustainability research

Processing Guidelines

Injection Molding

Temp Range: 200-250°C (392-482°F)
  • Pre-dry material if stored in humid conditions
  • Start with lower temps and adjust upward
  • Ensure complete melting for best results
  • Color consistency improves with sorted batches

Extrusion

Temp Range: 180-230°C (356-446°F)
  • Consistent particle size is key
  • Monitor melt flow for quality control
  • Pre-drying reduces bubbles and defects
  • Sorted colors produce cleaner filament

Heat Pressing

Temp Range: 160-200°C (320-392°F)
  • Layer colors for artistic effects
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking
  • Apply even pressure for uniform thickness
  • Allow adequate cooling time

Need Processing Help?

Not sure about the best processing method for your project? We're here to help! Contact us for technical guidance, processing recommendations, or material selection advice.

Pricing & Quantities

Sample Pack

1 lb - Perfect for testing

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Small Batch

5-15 lbs - Maker projects

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Bulk Orders

20+ lbs - Production runs

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Volume Discounts Available

Larger quantities receive volume pricing. Contact us for custom quotes on orders over 50 lbs or recurring supply agreements for ongoing production needs.

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Ready to Start Your Project?

Whether you need a small sample for testing or bulk quantities for production, we're here to supply the sustainable materials you need.