Resin identification code (printable)
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Table of resin codes
| Recycling number | Symbol | Abbreviation | Polymer name | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ♳ | PETE or PET | Polyethylene terephthalate | Polyester fibres, thermoformed sheet, strapping, and soft drink bottles
(See also: Recycling of PET bottles) |
| 2 | ♴ | HDPE | High density polyethylene | Bottles, grocery bags, milk jugs, recycling bins, agricultural pipe, base cups, car stops, playground equipment, and plastic lumber |
| 3 | ♵ | PVC or V | Polyvinyl chloride | Pipe, fencing, and non-food bottles |
| 4 | ♶ | LDPE | Low density polyethylene | Plastic bags, 6 pack rings, various containers, dispensing bottles, wash bottles, tubing, and various molded laboratory equipment |
| 5 | ♷ | PP | Polypropylene | Auto parts, industrial fibers, food containers, and dishware |
| 6 | ♸ | PS | Polystyrene | Desk accessories, cafeteria trays, plastic utensils, toys, video cassettes and cases, and insulation board and other expanded polystyrene products (e.g., Styrofoam) |
| 7 | ♹ | OTHER or O | Other plastics, including acrylic, acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, fiberglass, nylon, polycarbonate, and polylactic acid | Bottles, plastic lumber applications |
