That is right, number 7 on the RIC is just “other”. It is usually being recycled into foam packing and isolation. Most recycling centres won’t accept that. Recycling PS: Sadly this type of plastic is known for being extremely hard to recycle. It leaks hazardous gases when being heated. This type of plastic is being used for disposable cups and plates, meat trays, egg cartons, compact disc cases (if you remember what that is) and other. Mostly into pallets, ice-cream scrapers and a bunch of other kitchen appliances. It can even outstand some acids and all bunch of other chemical dissolvents.
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Plus the fact that it is one of the most durable plastics. Ropes, carpets, some packaging, even medicine packaging. Used for the making of a large variety of products. We can just wait and keep trying on different places until we manage to turn them LDPE products for recycling. Recycling LDPE or PEBD: Sadly not widely accepted, however, this problem has been addressed so there is nothing else for us to do. Yes, those are actually their recycling numbers. It was first made in 1993 (ICI) with a high-pressure technology, still used today. Those soft things protecting your new electronics in their packaging are actually made with LDPE. Found mostly in thin plastic bottles, some food wrap, shopping bags even some bread packaging. Recycling PVC: No matter what, PVC is widely used and widely recycled.Ĭonsidered as a “safe” plastic also. Just don’t burn that type of plastic and don’t bite on it, cmon you know better. However, the usage of PVC has been limited and the technology of making it is vastly improved. DEHA (C 22 H 42 O 4) on its own has been linked with even worst medical problems such as losing bone mass and liver troubles. This chemical is used for a lot of lubricating fluids used in machine manufacturing, even jets. On top of that often it contains DEHA which is a whole different type of thing. We are sad to say that sometimes PVC can contain phthalates which are connected to some health issues regarding reproduction and even miscarriage. PVC is used in the making of food wrap, detergent bottles, plumbing, window frames and more.
The chance for you to hit a rock while trying to recycle this plastic is close to zero. Recycle HDPE or PEHD: It is being recycled by most recycle centres. It is a bit thicker than PET plastic and less clear. Motor oil tubs, milk jugs, juice bottles, detergent containers etc. The plastic used for the making of a bit more “heavy duty” bottles. Considered as one of the three plastics that are “safe”, meaning that they don’t leak particles in liquids. It is pretty obvious now, right? Mostly used for pipes and gutters. Products that are made out of it are plastic fiber, bags, polar fleece even furniture. Recycle PET or PETE: It is being recycled by most of the recycling centres across the world. For instance, if you have a plastic bottle with mineral water in front of you, it is most likely made out of number one plastic. It is used in the making of most plastic containers and bottles. Implemented in 1988 when most communities started to develop recycling schemes.
Recycle symbol code#
The numbers come from Resin Identification Code (RIC) system. With no further a due, here comes number one, and as you can see it carries its number. We decided to start with them for one more reason, we are still overwhelmed from the last article on our blog about the products made from recycled plastic, mostly plastic bottles. The symbols on the plastic bottles are just a number and a couple of capital letters in the bottom and you probably have no idea what they mean.
Most of the other symbols are self-explanatory, however, they hide a bit of extra meaning behind themselves that we will reveal today. Those are maybe the most confusing symbols out there. Recycling symbols you see on plastic bottles That is if you don’t call us for rubbish collection and let us take care of it all… Anyway, let us begin.
Bare in mind that we will take under accounting only the symbols that have something to do with their recycling process or with how and where you should dispose of the packaging or the product itself after it serves it purpose. Of course, we are here to bring some light over their meaning as well. Today here at Tom’s Junk Collectors we decided to make a little piece about the many symbols you see on your groceries, electronics, clothes and any other products you buy. Recycling Symbols and Meaning Recycling Symbols and Their Meaning in the UK