Know your plastics

 Polymer code

Despite the popular misconception, the identification code does not indicate the safety of the products – it is an international code used to identify the various plastics for effective recycling.

 

Recycling logo

The recycling logo indicates that the product is recyclable.  Plastics are versatile, durable, and recyclable. They can be reused without any risk to your health or the environment

Polymer code	Product	Description	Recycled into
		Bottles and jars for cooldrink, detergent, juice, mineral water and food
		Bottles for milk, juice, and shampoo, shopping bags, household containers and crates and closures
		Clear jarsand bottles for toiletries, food, medication and cling film
		Bags for frozen vegetables, bread, garbage and toilet paper, milk sachets and shrink wrap
		Yogurt and margerine tubs, icecream containers, bottle tops and closures and clear and metallised films for confectionary and sweets
		Yogurt cups, clamshells, food trays for meat, fruit and vegetables, vending cups
		In packaging it could be multi-layer materials for long-life products like cheese, processed meats and sauces