In a society that has placed such an emphasis on going eco-friendly with all of our products and making choices that will benefit our environment, recycling is among one of the top ways in which people contribute. We’ve been taught that it is important, so we separate our cans, cardboard, and plastics before disposing of them. We then dump them in a blue container labeled “recycling” rather than the trash can. But where do these items go? Are they used, and are we really making a difference with our efforts? Recycled plastic is used for a variety of things across many industries. Here are a few of the top uses for recycled plastic.
Bottles
The plastic bottles used for your water, juice, or soda can be turned into a variety of items when recycled. Clothing items such as t-shirts, sweaters, and jackets are among a few of them. Sleeping bags and carpeting can also be made from recycled bottle plastic.
Bottle Caps
They may be small, but you’d be surprised what they can turn into! The recycled plastic of bottle caps can be used to produce garden rakes, storage containers, shopping bags, brooms, and even car batteries! So the next time you finish a water bottle, be sure to recycle the bottle with the cap still on.
Plastic Containers
The container that your shampoo or soap comes in, laundry detergent, milk jugs, etc., are made of a lightweight, sturdy plastic that typically differs from that of a water bottle. These plastics can be used to create new bottles or containers, picnic tables, lawn furniture, playground equipment, and more!
Contact Lee Plastics
With the many examples above of how recycled plastic can be used, you can be rest assured that your recycling efforts are not going to waste! Many of the custom plastics that we create here at Lee Plastics are recyclable. To learn more or to get started on a mold injection project, contact us today!