INFORMATION ABOUT RECYCLE CODES FOR PLASTIC WATER BOTTLES


Plenty of people are curious about the number on the bottom of their plastic water bottles & water jugs. This number is commonly known as the recycling symbol or recycling code. The recycling numbers can range from #1 to #7, depending on the type of plastic used. This number system is to help facilitate recycling programs across the country. It is not used as a rating or ranking system for plastic water bottles or water jugs. 

For more information about the recycle codes on plastic water bottles & water jugs: