The composition of copolyesters determined by the feed molar ratio of CHDM to DMFD.
The toughness of PEF could be efficiently improved by the introduction of CHDM units.
The oxygen and carbon dioxide barrier properties of the copolymers were much higher than PET homopolymers.
An expectable method is provided to improve the toughness of PEF without sacrificing its Tg and barrier properties.