Q&A: What do the numbers mean on plastic recycle-ables?

Question by Merit Servus: What do the numbers mean on plastic recycle-ables?

what is the difference between all the numbers and why do some take them and some don’t?

Best answer:

Answer by oikos
The numbers tell the type of plastic used, from 1 (PETE) to 7 (Other). The ones easiest to recycle are numbers 1 & 2 (HDPE). The others (3-7) can be used for plastic lumber but there are few facilities that manufacture it.

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