Adelaide Recycling Depot

We are now offering Mini Skip bins for Domestic, Commercial and Industrial use.

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Plastic Recycling

The overall plastic recycling rate for the country is only at 20.1%. This is relatively low compared to the other recyclable materials. This is mainly because businesses and households are not aware what plastics that can be recycled and those that isn’t.

We will explain below the different types of plastics and give examples using common household items.

With the help of every person, private institution and government across Australia. Recycled plastic use and plastic recycling rates could grow towards a more sustainable earth.

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Looking for someone to recycle your plastic scraps in Adelaide? We are here!

Types of Plastics We Are Accepting

We need to know the so called Plastics Identification (PIN) code or number used by
manufacturers and plastics recyclers to distinguish the various types of plastic for reprocessing.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PETE)

Polyethylene Terephthalate

This type of plastic is a clear, strong, and lightweight that is widely used for packaging foods and drinks.

PETE

Common examples: soda & water bottles, cups, jars, meat trays, clamshells

Can be recycled into: clothing, carpet, new clamshells, new soda & water bottles

High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

HDPE is a versatile thermoplastic polymer made from petroleum. Known for its outstanding tensile strength and large strength-to-density ratio.

HDPE

Common examples: milk jugs, detergent & shampoo bottles, flower pots, grocery bags

Can be recycled into: detergent bottles, flower pots, crates, pipe, decking

Polyvinyl Chloride Low-Density Polyethylene (PVC)

Polyvinyl Chloride

Polyvinyl chloride or PVC is lightweight, durable, low cost and easy to process. PVC is now replacing traditional building materials like wood, metal, concrete, rubber, ceramics, etc. in several applications.

PVC

Common examples: cleaning supplies, bread bags, paper jugs, pool liners, towels & tissue twine, sheeting, overwrap, squeeze automotive product, bottles, trash bags, bottles.

Can be recycled into: pipe, wall siding, binders, carpet backing, flooring

Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPR)

Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPR)

LDPE (low density polyethylene) is a soft, flexible, lightweight plastic noted for its low temperature flexibility, toughness, and corrosion resistance.

LDPR

Common examples: bread bags, paper jugs, pool liners, towels & tissue twine, sheeting, overwrap, squeeze automotive product bottles, trash bags, bottles, sheeting, six-pack rings

Can be recycled into: trash bags, plastic lumber, furniture, shipping envelopes, compost bins

Polypropylene (PP)

Polypropylene

Polypropylene (PP) is a versatile thermoplastic same as HDPE but t is the lightest polymers among all commodity plastics.

PP

Common examples: yogurt tubs, cups, juice bottles, straws, hangers, sand & shipping bags

Can be recycled into: paint cans, speed bumps, auto parts, food containers, hangers, plant pots, razor handles

Polystyrene (PS)

Polystyrene

Polystyrene or PS plastic is a transparent thermoplastic that is available as both a typical solid plastic as well in the form of a rigid foam material.

PS

Common examples: To-go containers & flatware, hot cups, razors, CD cases, shipping cushion, cartons, trays

Can be recycled into: picture frames, crown molding, rulers, flower pots, hangers, toys, tape dispensers

Others types of Plastics

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  • Polycarbonate
  • Nylon
  • ABS
  • Acrylic
  • PLA

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Common examples: safety glasses, CDs, headlight lenses

Can be recycled into: electronic housings, auto parts

If you got any of these plastics lying around at home or at the factory. Don’t hesitate to contact us!