Have you ever wondered about these little numbers with the arrows around them, on the bottom of plastic containers? They're called the 'Mobius Symbol' or resin identification codes, and they indicate the type of plastic that an item is made from. These numbers are intended to help us know whether and how to recycle various plastic products and packages.
I've been aware of these symbols for years but I never really understood the difference between a symbol with a 'number 1' and one with the 'number 2' or 'number 7' for that matter.
This handy Mobius identification coding system guide explains what each number means in relation to its use, properties, product application and the products that are made when the item is recycled.
Check out Earth 911 to find a recycling location near you and call your local municipality to see which 'numbers' they recycle. Not all cities and towns recycle every 'number'.
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