Different types of plastic – recycling awareness
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The Resin Identification Code (RIC), commonly known as recycling numbers or plastic recycling codes, is a system used to identify the type of resin used in plastic products. The RIC consists of a number inside a triangular arrow symbol and is found on the bottom of plastic containers and products. Each number represents a specific type of plastic resin used in the item. Understanding these codes is important for proper recycling and waste management. Here are the different recycling numbers and what they mean:
PET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate)
- Description: PET is a commonly used plastic for beverage bottles, food containers, and synthetic fibres.
- Recycling number: 1
- Symbol: Number 1 inside the recycling triangle.
- Meaning: PET plastics are recyclable and can be turned into a variety of products, including new bottles, polyester fibers, and packaging materials.
HDPE (high-density polyethylene)
- Description: HDPE is a sturdy plastic used for milk jugs, detergent bottles, and v...
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