[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It can be confusing working out what plastic items are acceptable in your mixed recycling bin. The easiest thing to do is look on the bottom of the product to see if it has a plastics identification code on it.
Within our mixed/commingled recycling, KS Environmental accepts all plastics with codes 1 – 7. Most councils accept all of these codes too, but if you are unsure check with your local council.
The below is a quick reference guide of what type of plastics relate to the codes. Click here for a printable version of this.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”1575″ img_size=”large”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Please note: this is an indication only of what type of products might fall in the 1-7 categories. This can differ amongst brands so please check the item first to ensure it can be recycled.
Handy hints on plastic recycling
- It is not necessary to remove caps.
- Scrape containers free of leftover content but rinsing thoroughly is not required.
- If you aren’t sure or if the item doesn’t have a code on it – please dispose of it in the general waste bin.
- DO NOT dispose of plastic bags in your recycling. If you can, save up your bags and take them to your a local supermarket – most have plastic bag recycling schemes in place.
If you have any questions on plastic recycling or are interested in finding out more about setting up a collection for your mixed reycling please do not hesitate to contact us.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]