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Type 5 (PP)
Polypropylene, Yogurt containers and straws, Widely recyclable
Type 3 (PVC or V)
Polyvinyl Chloride, Pipes and medical equipment, Recyclable but not widely accepted
Type 2 (HDPE)
High-Density Polyethylene, Milk jugs and detergent bottles, Widely recyclable
Type 6 (PS)
Polystyrene, Disposable cups and packing peanuts, Not widely recyclable
Type 4 (LDPE)
Low-Density Polyethylene, Plastic bags and six-pack rings, Recyclable at specific collection points
Type 7 (Other)
Various other plastics, Multi-material packaging and some baby bottles, Varies by specific type, often not recyclable
Type 1 (PET or PETE)
Polyethylene Terephthalate, Beverage bottles and food containers, Widely recyclable
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