PP (Polypropylene) and PET (Polyethylene Terethalate) cup are both popular choices in the F&B sector. Both are recyclable materials and are highly versatile. There are some differences which you may wish to compare for consideration:

Clarity and Transparency

If you are looking for clarity in the plastic, PET is the better choice over PP. The high transparency of PET material makes your drink stands out from far. Printing of logo on PET cup will also be crisp and clearer than PP cup.

Cold and Heat resistance

Another factor to consider is the fill temperature of your cup. The way you prepare your beverage will also be critical to your selection. Imagine the process of preparing an ice milo. From hot milo preparation to pouring it into an ice cup to become ice milo. These procedures required a certain fill temperature. If you need to make drinks like these, you may have to consider using PP as they can resist heat from external better than PET.

• PET can resist up to fill temp 70 degree Celsius.
• PP can resist up to fill temp 80 degree Celsius.

Durability and crack resistance

PET cup fare slightly better than PP when it comes to durability and crack resistance. This may not be an important issue to your business if your cup is meant to be disposable.

Generally, PP is cost effective and more affordable than PET cup. Each business has its own requirements and you should consider which material complement the needs for your business most.