We’re committed to reducing waste and ensuring our packaging can be recycled wherever possible. Here’s how to correctly dispose of your packaging materials, with easy-to-identify symbols and instructions.

1. Widely Recycled

Description: This item is recyclable by most councils across the UK and can go in your home recycling bin.
Materials: Paper, cardboard, most plastics, and glass.
How to Recycle: Remove any non-recyclable parts (e.g., plastic films) and rinse containers to ensure they’re free from food residue.

2. Check Locally

Description: This item is recyclable in some areas, but availability varies. Check with your local council.
Materials: Certain types of plastic film, some lids, and particular containers.
How to Recycle: Look up local recycling rules or visit Recyclenow.com to confirm if your council accepts these items.

3. Not Yet Recycled

Description: This item currently cannot be recycled in household collections.
Materials: Foil packets, laminated materials, crisp packets.
How to Recycle: Dispose of in your general waste to prevent contamination in recycling.

4. Plastic Resin Codes

Each number indicates a different type of plastic and guides you on recycling.

Symbol	Resin Code	Description	Recycling Info
	1 – PET	Common in water bottles, widely recyclable	Recycle in your home bin
	2 – HDPE	Used for milk jugs, highly recyclable	Check local council acceptance
	3 – PVC	Often non-recyclable	Dispose in general waste
	4 – LDPE	Shopping bags, check council rules	Check locally
	5 – PP	Yogurt containers, widely recyclable	Recycle if accepted locally
	6 – PS	Foam cups, rarely recyclable	Dispose in general waste
	7 – Other	Mixed plastics	Generally non-recyclable

5. Compostable

Description: This packaging is compostable and will break down in a compost bin or industrial compost facility.
Materials: Certain biodegradable plastics, plant-based packaging.
How to Recycle: Check packaging for instructions; some compostables require specific composting conditions.

6. Recyclable Aluminium

Description: This packaging is compostable and will break down in a compost bin or industrial compost facility.
Materials: Certain biodegradable plastics, plant-based packaging.
How to Recycle: Check packaging for instructions; some compostables require specific composting conditions.

7. Glass

Description: This packaging is compostable and will break down in a compost bin or industrial compost facility.
Materials: Certain biodegradable plastics, plant-based packaging.
How to Recycle: Check packaging for instructions; some compostables require specific composting conditions.

Additional Tips for Effective Recycling

• Remove Labels & Caps: Some councils prefer lids off for efficient processing.
• Flatten Boxes: This helps save space in recycling bins.
• Avoid Contamination: Rinse food containers to avoid contamination and improve recycling quality.

For more details, check the Recycle Now Guide.