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  1. Recycle Symbol Meanings: How to Read Plastic …

    • Every town and city has different recycling programs, so you'll often have to check your location's rules to find out exactly what you can recycle. Plus, "there are times when your recycling program may cha… See more

    Plastic Recycling Symbol #1: Pet Or Pete

    PET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate) is the most common plastic for single-use bottled beverages because it's inexpensive, lightweight and easy to recycle. The PET does not d… See more

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    Plastic Recycling Symbol #2: HDPE

    HDPE (high-density polyethylene) is a versatile plastic with many uses, especially … See more

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    Plastic Recycling Symbol #3: Pvc Or V

    PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and V (vinyl) are tough and weather well, so they're commonly used for things like piping and siding. PVC is also cheap, so it's found in plenty of pr… See more

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    Plastic Recycling Symbol #4: LDPE

    LDPE (low-density polyethylene) is a flexible plastic with many applications. Historically, it hasn't been accepted through most American recycling programs, but more and … See more

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  1. Your Guide to Plastic Recycling Symbols - Acme Plastics

  2. Recycling Symbols Decoded - Treehugger

    Jun 13, 2022 · We’ve compiled a handy guide to help you decode the dizzying array of icons and ensure that your products are recycled the way they are …

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  5. Complete Guide to Reading Recycling Symbols | RTS

    Jul 10, 2023 · Discover the meaning behind recycling symbols with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to read universal recycling symbols for plastics, glass, paper, metals, and compostables.

  6. Understanding recycling symbols | Recycle Now

    Recycling symbols appear on lots of everyday items and help us to identify how different types of packaging can be recycled. Look out for the following labels which appear on all sorts of packaging - from soft drink cans, to bread bags …

  7. What is the recycle symbol? Here’s what it means and …

    Jun 25, 2023 · The recycle symbol also referred to as the universal recycling symbol or the Möbius loop, embodies a profound message of sustainability and responsible resource management. Understanding the symbol’s design and …

  8. Recycling Symbols, Decoded - Real Simple

    Feb 23, 2022 · Recycling Symbols, Decoded. What do those symbols on plastic bottles mean? And why are they different from the ones on the box your latest online purchase came in? Here, the cheat sheet you need properly dispose of …

  9. Meaning of Recycling Symbols - Recyclable Vs …

    Recycling is easy when you know how. Recycling symbols indicate whether or not an item can be recycled, how to dispose of the item, or if it’s made of recycled material – we need to know the difference.