Plastic

Today, almost all household items comprise plastic. It is organic material like wood, paper, or wool.

Platinum products are used to make our lives easier, safer, and more enjoyable. Plastic can be found in the clothes we wear, the houses we live in, and the cars we travel in. The toys we play with, the screens we watch, tools we use, and the medical equipment we benefit from all contain plastic. Plastics are extremely versatile materials and are ideal for a wide range of consumer and industrial applications.

Plastic is used to create many items, including water bottles, combs, and beverage containers. Knowing the difference and the SPI codes will help you make more informed disposal decisions.

Key takeaways

• Plastic items are corrosion resistant against many substances that corrode other materials.
• Plastic can be transparent, which makes it possible to create optical storage devices.
• In principle, plastics can be designed with almost any combination of properties for almost any application you can think of.
• Understanding plastic can help consumers like you make better decisions about your health and the environment.