PLASTIC SAFETY
UNDERSTANDING
THE RECYCLING CODE
Look on the bottom of your plastic to find the recycling symbol.
There is a number inside.
SAFE
- 1, 2, 4 & 5 are the safest
- If the code is a “1,” that means do NOT reuse the plastic
(water bottles, take-out containers)
UNSAFE
- Using 3 & 6 because they may leach harmful chemicals
- 7 because this includes plastics with BPA
Studies show that BPA imitates estrogen
& can negatively effect hormones,
fertility,
brain functions & the prostate gland.
It is currently found in most canned & plastic products.
USE PLASTICS PROPERLY
SAFE
- Storing leftovers in the refrigerator
UNSAFE
- For heating or cooking
- If sits in your car with closed windows if above 75 degrees
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IN THE MICROWAVE
SAFE
- Ceramic Glass
- Wax Paper
- Paper Towel
UNSAFE
- Plastic containers including take-out containers
- Plastic wrap
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IN THE DISHWASHER
UNSAFE
Washing plastic contains in the dishwasher risks leaching out of BPAs.
Studies show that BPA imitates estrogen
& can negatively effect hormones, fertility,
brain functions & the prostate gland.
It is currently found in most canned & plastic products.
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IN THE FREEZER
SAFE
Only freeze plastic containers if it says on the label
that they are safe for freezer usage.
UNSAFE
Over time, plastic containers can deteriorate
& this increases the chance of chemicals
leaching
into the food when you thaw or reheat it.
Studies show that BPA imitates estrogen
& can negatively effect hormones, fertility,
brain functions & the prostate gland.
It is currently found in most canned & plastic products.
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