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<h1>Recycling Symbols Guide</h1>
<p>This guide provides an overview of the different recycling symbols and codes commonly found on packaging, detailing their meanings and implications for the recycling process.</p>

<h3>Step 1: Identify Symbols</h3>
<p>Examine packaging for recycling symbols, which typically consist of three arrows looping back on themselves, forming a triangle, sometimes with numbers or letters inside.</p>

<h3>Step 2: Number Codes</h3>
<p>Identify the number inside the triangle (1-7), which corresponds to the type of plastic used. Each number represents a different type of resin, from PETE (#1) to polystyrene (#6) and other (#7).</p>

<h3>Step 3: Letter Codes</h3>
<p>Look for letters which often indicate the type of material (e.g., 'PAP' for paper, 'GL' for glass). These can help you determine the right recycling stream.</p>

<h3>Step 4: Other Symbols</h3>
<p>Note any other symbols, such as the Green Dot, the Mobius Loop without a number (indicating general recyclability), or composting labels, and understand their specific meanings.</p>

<h3>Step 5: Local Guidelines</h3>
<p>Cross-reference the symbols with local recycling guidelines, as recyclability can vary depending on regional processing capabilities.</p>

<h2>General Notes</h2>

<h3>International Variation</h3>
<p>Recycling symbols and their interpretations may vary internationally, always check local guidelines even for seemingly universal symbols.</p>

<h3>Cleaning</h3>
<p>Before recycling items, ensure they are clean and free from food waste, as contamination can prevent recycling.</p>