Plastics in packaging and containers have made myriad products more secure, visible and easier to transport. They continue to be a hot topic in environmental circles. Consider reviewing the recycling number coding system and put guides in break rooms at clinics or retail establishments.
Plastic products are typically labeled with a number surrounded by the recycling symbol. These numbers and labels identify the type of resin used to make the plastic and the products’ recyclability. Potential health risks are associated with the different types of resin. Various tables summarize seven types of commonly used plastics, product examples, recyclability and potential health risks.
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