Question

recycling codes of plastics

Answer 1

1-PET
2-HDPE
3-PVC
4-LDPE
5-PP
6-PS
7-OTHER
9-ABS
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Answer 2

Table of resin codes[edit]

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Recycling numberImageAlternate image #1Alternate image #2AbbreviationPolymer nameUsesRecycling1PETE or PETPolyethylene terephthalatePolyester fibres (Polar Fleece), thermoformed sheet, strapping, soft drink bottles, tote bags, furniture, carpet, paneling and (occasionally) new containers. (See also: Recycling of PET bottles)Picked up through most curbside recycling programs.2HDPE or PE-HDHigh-density polyethyleneBottles, grocery bags, milk jugs, recycling bins, agricultural pipe, base cups, car stops, playground equipment, and plastic lumberPicked up through most curbside recycling programs, although some allow only those containers with necks.3PVC or VPolyvinyl chloridePipe, window profile, siding, fencing, flooring, shower curtains, lawn chairs, non-food bottles, and children's toys.Extensively recycled in Europe;[citation needed]481,000 tonnes in 2014 through Vinyl 2010 and VinylPlus initiatives.4LDPE or PE-LDLow-density polyethylenePlastic bags, six pack rings, various containers, dispensing bottles, wash bottles, tubing, and various molded laboratory equipmentLDPE is not often recycled through curbside programs, but some communities will accept it. Plastic shopping bags can be returned to many stores for recycling.5PPPolypropyleneAuto parts, industrial fibres, food containers, and dishwareNumber 5 plastics can be recycled through some curbside programs.6PSPolystyreneDesk accessories, cafeteria trays, plastic utensils, toys, video cassettes and cases, clamshell containers, packaging peanuts, and insulation board and other expanded polystyreneproducts (e.g., Styrofoam)Number 6 plastics can be recycled through some curbside programs.7OTHER or OOther plastics, such as acrylic, nylon, polycarbonate, and polylactic acid (a bioplastic), and multilayer combinations of different plasticsBottles, plastic lumberapplications, headlightlenses, and safety shields/glasses.Number 7 plastics have traditionally not been recycled, though some curbside programs now take them.