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Which of the following materials is used in packaging yoghurt in cups?

(a) Low Density Polyethylene

(b) Polystyrene

(c) Polyvinyl Chloride

(d) High density Polyethylene

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The above asked question is from Food Packaging Materials topic in division Food Packaging Materials, Packaging Standards and Regulation Laws of Food Packaging Technology

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Right answer is (b) Polystyrene

Easiest explanation: Polystyrene cups are used in packaging yoghurt. Other than yoghurt, it is also used in packaging ice-creams. Amongst all varieties of Polystyrene, thermoformed HIPS(High Impact Polystyrene) in the form of small cups or larger tubs, with either an aluminum foil/plastic laminate or a paper/plastic laminate heat seal lid or closure is used.

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