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The Americas account for 42% of the world’s PET demand, and will see compound annual growth rates for the packaging resin of 9.4% between 2000 and 2010.

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That’s according to the fourth edition of a report for the region published by PCI (Derby, England). The report discusses end-use market applications, production capacities, and PET demand variations by countries in the region. For more information on the 200-page report, call PCI at 011/44.1332.295.200, or fax them at 011/44.1332.295.225.

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