**6. Conclusion**

Polyethylene achieved its dominant position because it has excellent mechanical and physical properties, the ease with which it can be manufactured and converted into various packaging forms, and its relatively low cost. These excellent characteristic properties have made the polymer the materials of the future. One of the problems associated with polyethylene is that it leaches additives. This leaching is increased by acids, how long the polyethylene stays in contact with food items, and the increase in heat applied during service conditions. However, meeting the challenges posed by plastics is not simple, and there exists a lack of awareness surrounding the plastic waste problem. Also, the world is putting efforts and investing in cheaper and more biodegradable polymers, better ways of disposal, and a cleaner environment. Polyethylene is a commodity plastic. Its widespread usage has made disposal of end-use products a problem. Knowledge of the production and processing pathways and their properties will significantly aid businesses and consumers in the proper application and best disposal systems. This will help get a world that is clean, safe, and habitable.
