# HDPE — Galvanic series and surface energy of engineering materials

For HDPE, surface energy (dyne/cm) is 30–32; condition is Untreated; needs treatment? is Yes, verified against its source on 2026-08-04.

- **Material:** HDPE
- **Surface energy (dyne/cm):** 30–32
- **Condition:** Untreated
- **Needs treatment?:** Yes

## What the source says

> HDPE | 30–32 | Untreated | Yes | Dyne pens | Common in packaging |

## Source

- https://kolorguide.com/surface-energy-chart-by-material/

Last verified: 2026-08-04. Review by: 2028-08-03.
Part of [Galvanic series and surface energy of engineering materials](https://referencesource.org/process-compatibility-coatings-adhesives-treatments/).