Types of Plastics
What is number that stands for PETE?
Number 1 stands for PETE.
Why is PETE easy to recycle?
PETE is accepted in most U.S. recycling programs and has a simple recycling process.
What is a health risk of PETE?
There are no known health risks associated with PETE.
What household items are made from PETE?
PETE is used in disposable food and drink containers.
What does number 7 represent?
Number 7 represents miscellaneous plastics, including polycarbonate. AND electronics.
What is HDPE commonly found in?
HDPE is commonly found in household cleaner bottles and yogurt containers.
What can HDPE be recycled into?
HDPE can be recycled into pens, recycling bins, and drainage pipes.
Why are number 5 plastics not accepted by all recycling programs?
Not all recycling programs have the facilities to process PP.
What can recycled PETE be turned into?
Recycled PETE can be turned into furniture, carpet, and polar fleece.
What are some uses for polycarbonate?
Polycarbonate is used in water-cooler bottles and large plastic containers.
What items are made from PVC?
PVC is used in bottles for detergent, shampoo, and cooking oil.
Why is PVC harder to recycle?
PVC is less commonly collected by recycling programs and has a complex recycling process.
Name a health risk associated with PVC.
PVC is known to contain phthalates, which are suspected carcinogens (cancer causing).
What are two common uses for HDPE?
HDPE is commonly used in yogurt containers and detergent bottles.
Why are number 7 plastics not commonly accepted?
Many recycling programs do not accept number 7 due to the complexity of the materials.
What items are made from LDPE?
Plastic bags, bread bags, frozen food bags.
How can LDPE be recycled?
LDPE can be recycled in collection bins set up at many retail stores.
What is a health concern related to PS?
PS contains styrene, which is a suspected carcinogen.
Why is PS not accepted by many recycling programs?
PS is difficult to recycle and often ends up in landfills.
How is recycled PS used in insulation?
Recycled PS can be turned into insulation materials for buildings.
What number stands for PS?
What are two products made from recycled PP?
Recycled PP can be made into brooms and battery casings.
Why was BPA banned from some items?
BPA was banned due to its potential health risks, especially to young children.
What is an example of a store that has LDPE recycling bins?
Many grocery stores have collection bins for LDPE plastic bags.
What are two characteristics of PP?
PP is known for being durable and resistant to heat.