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PVC / Plastic
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Soft, can be embossed or printed, bright colors
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Souvenir magnets, cartoon designs, kids’ products
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Lightweight, low cost, easy to process
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Moderate durability, sensitive to heat or sunlight
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Low
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Acrylic
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Hard, transparent or semi-transparent, can print high-res designs
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High-end gifts, brand merchandise
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High-quality feel, smooth, easy to clean
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Brittle, can scratch, medium cost
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Medium
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Metal
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Iron, stainless steel, aluminum; can be painted, engraved
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Corporate gifts, business giveaways
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Premium feel, durable
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Heavier, higher cost
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High
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Soft Magnetic / Rubber
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Magnetic base, directly sticks to fridge
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Functional fridge magnets, magnetic boards
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Safe, lightweight, strong magnetism
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Simple appearance, may need covering material
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Low
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Composite Materials
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Combination (metal+plastic, wood+magnet)
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Gift sets, custom souvenirs
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Versatile look, premium feel
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Complex process, higher cost
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Medium-High
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