Waste Commoditiy
Plastic
A brief look into how waste plastic can be recycled and repurposed into valuable resources, reducing pollution and promoting sustainability.
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PETE
Polyethylene Terephthalate
Recycled Products: Clothing, carpet, clamshell, soda & water bottles
2
HDPE
High-Density Polyethylene
Recycled Products: Detergent bottles, flower pots, crates, pipes, decking
3
PVC
Polyvinyl Chloride
Recycled Products: Pipe, wall siding, binders, carpet, backing, flooring
4
LDPE
Low Density Polyethylene
Recycled Products: Trash bags, plastic lumber, furniture, shipping envelopes, compost bins
5
PP
Polypropylene
Recycled Products: Paint cans, speed bumbs, auto parts, food container, hangers, plant pots, razor handles
6
PS
Polystyrene
Recycled Products: picture frames, crown molding, rulers, flower pots, hangers, toys, tape, dispensers
7
OTHER
OTHER
Recycled Products: electronic housings, auto parts
