A Guide To Recycling Codes: Plastics 4-7

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

 

In our last blog, we introduced you to the first three recycling codes and provided some insight on the products they symbolize and whether or not they can be recycled. Today, we'd like to focus on the final four! See below:

Number 4 Plastics:

• LDPE (low density polyethylene)
• Found in bread, frozen food, tote bags, furniture, carpet and squeezable bottles
• Although some communities and recycling facilities accept them, these plastics are not usually recycled through curbside programs

Number 5 Plastics:

• PP (polypropylene)
• Found in syrup bottles, ketchup bottles, caps, medicine bottles and straws
• These plastics can be recycled through curbside programs 

Number 6 Plastics:

• PS (polystyrene)
• Found in meat trays, egg cartons, carry out containers and aspirin bottles
• These plastics can be recycled through curbside programs

Number 7 Plastics:

• "Miscellaneous"
• Found in sunglasses, DVDs, iPod cases, and three to five gallon water bottles
• These plastics are usually not recycled through community programs, but recently, some curbside programs have started to accept them

The next time you use a plastic product, we encourage you to take a close look at the recycling code it contains to discover whether or not it belongs in your bin for the next curbside pickup!

At Boro Wide Recycling, we work to keep our planet safe by providing comprehensive recycling services to commercial and residential customers. Join us in our efforts! Contact us to learn how we can help you in your recycling efforts, and don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news in recycling efforts and eco-friendly tips.