Code

Type of Plastic

Common Products

Possibilities for Recycling

PETE (polyethylene terephthalate)

Soft drink, juice, and toiletry

Can be turned into T-shirt material and carpets

HDPE (high density polyethylene)

Milk jugs, detergent, and bleach bottles

Can be turned back into detergent bottles, binders and fencing

PVC (polyvinyl chloride)

Bottles, house siding and piping

Piping and other building materials

LDPE (low-density polyethylene)

Grocery, garbage, and bread bags

Can be turned into new bags

PP (polypropylene)

Margarine and dairy tubs

Can be turned into car parts and milk crates

PS (polystyrene)

Meat trays, coffee cups, packaging

Can be turned into DVD cases and CD trays