#2 PLASTIC CONTAINERS

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#2 Plastic Food &
Beverage Containers

• Look for a #2 recycling arrow symbol
• Containers should be rinsed clean
• Containers should be dry
• Labels are OK
• Up to 2.5 gallons/6 liters in size OK
• #2 plastic containers should be placed loose into the Blue Recycling Cart

EXAMPLES:

• Milk Jugs
• Spring Water Jugs
• Laundry Detergent Bottles
• Bleach Bottles
• Dish Detergent Bottles
• Other Beverage Containers with #2
• Other Food Containers with a #2

DO NOT INCLUDE:

• No Plastic Bags
• No Hazardous Chemical Containers,
  even if they are #1 or #2 plastic
• No Motor Oil or Antifreeze Bottles,
  even if they are #1 or #2 plastic
• No Polystyrene or Styrofoam
• No Plastic Containers labeled #3 - #7
• No Plastic Toys or Sporting Goods
• No Plastic Flower Pots