There are seven types of plastics, identified by a number and a symbol which is usually found on the product:
*PET (polythylene terephthalate) - Used in food and drink containers, and is clear and tough-looking.
*HDPE (high-density polyethylene) - Used in milk jugs, detergent bottles, and toys. It is a tough and opaque plastic.
*PVC (polyvinyl chloride) - Used in pipes, window frames, medical tubing, and bags and is rigid and white or clear.
*LDPE (low-density polyethylene) - Used in grocery bags cling wraps, and soft squeeze bottles. It is a smooth and flexible plastic.
*PP (polypropylene) - Used in reusable containers, takeout packaging, and kitchenware. It is a translucent and tough-looking plastic.
*PS (polystyrene) - Used in disposable cups, plates, and cutlery, and also in packaging. It is a rigid and foam-like plastic.
*Other - This category includes any plastic that does not fit into the above categories, such as polycarbonate and acrylic, and it is usually marked with the symbol "7."
There are seven types of plastics, and each type is identified by a symbol and a number. Here are the ways to identify each type of plastic:
*PET (polyethylene terephthalate) - This type of plastic is commonly used for water bottles and food packaging. It is identified by the symbol "1" and is typically clear or slightly tinted.
*HDPE (high-density polyethylene) - This type of plastic is commonly used for milk jugs and detergent bottles. It is identified by the symbol "2" and is typically opaque and sturdy.
*PVC (polyvinyl chloride) - This type of plastic is commonly used for pipes and electrical cable insulation. It is identified by the symbol "3" and is typically rigid and white or clear.
*LDPE (low-density polyethylene) - This type of plastic is commonly used for grocery bags and trash bags. It is identified by the symbol "4" and is typically flexible and opaque.
*PP (polypropylene) - This type of plastic is commonly used for yogurt cups and takeout containers. It is identified by the symbol "5" and is typically translucent and sturdy.
*PS (polystyrene) - This type of plastic is commonly used for disposable cups and packaging peanuts. It is identified by the symbol "6" and is typically rigid and white or clear.
*Other - This category includes any plastic that does not fit into the above categories. It is identified by the symbol "7" and may be made from a variety of plastics.
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