Know Your Plastic Bottle
Class 8 - Science - Synthetic Fibres
Resin Coding System (Image Credits: Openclipart) |
In 1988, the Plastic Industry Association developed the Resin Identification Codes (1-7), a set of symbols appearing on plastic products that identify the plastic resin out of which the product is made. This help the workers to sort out various plastic bottles in order to recyle or reuse them or not.
Here is a table of resin codes that are used to get information about the application of plastic, its safety and re-usability.
♳ PET/PETE
Polymer: Polythene Terephtalate
Common Applications: Soft Drink, Water and Salad Dressing bottles, peanut butter and jam jars.
Safe for Alimentary Use: Safe One Type Use.
Reusable: No