PS (polystyrene) - 06

You might be surprised to know that we don't use plastic resin identification codes to decide if something can be recycled. In fact, our recycling contract with the company that separates the recycling (Biffa) includes a long list of items that can be recycled, not a list of plastic types. Read more about this in our article Do plastic codes tell you if something is recyclable? (opens in a new window).

What type of PS do you have?

PS (polystyrene) can be made into rigid or foam products. Check these web pages to work out which one you've got:

1. Expanded polystyrene (opens in a new window) - this is the kind of sturdy packaging material that is used to protect products such as large electrical appliances.
2. Food containers (opens in a new window) - is found in disposable plates and cups, meat trays, egg cartons and takeaway containers.