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Resin Identification Code
These codes represent what type of plastic resin was used to make the item.
They are usually marked at the back or bottom of the plastic item.
Bottles or Containers for food and drinks
Drink bottle
Salad dressing bottle
Soya sauce bottle
Mouthwash bottle
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Bread spread jar
Milk & Juice bottles
Yoghurt tubs
Plastic clothes hanger
Shampoo or
Soap bottles
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Bleach, Detergent bottle
Plastic bags (Non-Oxo or Biodegradable)
Clear food packaging
Children’s toys
Wire/cable insulation
Bread bags
Squeezable bottles
6 pack rings
Egg trays
Bubble wrap
Plastic film
Ketchup bottles
Syrup bottles
Bottle caps
CD/CD cases
Dish ware
Medicine bottles
Pails
Disposable plates
Disposable cutlery
Disposable straws
Meat trays
Packaging peanuts
Styrofoam items (e.g. takeaway styrofoam boxes)
Large water jugs
Citrus juice bottles
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Baby bottle
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Food storage containers