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Understanding Resin Identification Codes by praveen is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The resin identification coding system (RIC) uses symbols on plastic products to identify the type of plastic resin. It was developed in 1988 and is now administered by ASTM International. The RIC helps recycling workers sort plastics by resin type, as plastics must be recycled separately. The RIC symbols are numbers 1-7 enclosed in a triangle, corresponding to common plastic resins like PET, HDPE, and PP. While some mistakenly see the RIC as a sign of recyclability, its presence does not mean a product is
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