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Types of recyclable plastic: a guide to PET, HDPE, LDPE, PP and PS
How to recognize the five plastics most plants generate, what resin codes really tell you, and how to sort them so they find a buyer in Mexico.
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Materials we recycle
Plastics
We buy and sell all types of recyclable plastics, including PET, HDPE, LDPE, PP, PS and more. Our service covers collection, sorting and processing of plastics from industrial and commercial sources.
150 years
a plastic container can take to break down
Plastic containers can take more than 150 years to break down.
What we accept
- 01PET: bottles, containers and preforms
- 02HDPE & LDPE: jugs, bags and stretch film
- 03PP: pallets, crates, raffia and molded parts
- 04PS: polystyrene trays and parts
- 05ABS, PC/ABS & nylon: molding scrap and purgings
Benefits
- Less waste sent to landfill
- Lower pollution
- Natural resources conserved
How to prepare your material
- 1Separate by resin type and, when possible, by color.
- 2Keep metal labels, cardboard and trash out.
- 3Bale or compact film to reduce volume.
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A 360° solution for recycling, processing and material supply
At Zikloa we provide high-quality raw materials and complete collection, processing and recycling services. Our commitment is to deliver sustainable, customized solutions for your business, ensuring efficiency and environmental responsibility.