Plastic types and recycling prices

Common plastic classification and identification methods and reference prices at scrap yards

Common plastic classification and identification methods and reference prices at scrap yards for beginners.

1. PET material.

One of the most common waste products in life. PET material can be made into many kinds of products. The characteristics of PET material are black smoke when burned and a slight sweet smell. Commonly known as polyester, polyester material

1. The most common PET material beverage bottle in life.

The current reference price for beverage bottles is 1,600 per ton.

2. Green packing tape

The current reference price is 1400 per ton

3. Wuliangye wine box

The current reference price is 1400 per ton

There are several materials for wine packaging boxes, and the most common Wuliangye wine box is made of PET material.

4. Some shampoo, medicine bottles, and other small bottles in daily life are usually marked with PET on the bottom. Common features: There is a dot on the bottom of the bottle

The recycling price is not too high. In some places, a small amount of beverage bottles can be put together, and the excess can be put separately. It is cheaper than bottles.

5. Fruit and takeaway packaging boxes

If it is contaminated, the recycling value is low and many places will not accept it. If it is new and in large quantities, the recycling value is higher. You can consult the local.

2. PP material

PP material is commonly known as polypropylene. It is also one of the most common plastics in life. It emits white smoke when burned and smells like petroleum. Common basins, buckets, plastic water bottle shells, stools, fruit boxes, lunch boxes, disposable plastic cups, etc.

The current reference price is 600 per ton.

The current reference price is 600 per ton

3. PE, HDPE, LDPE, materials.

PE is commonly known as polyethylene, high-density polyethylene, low-density polyethylene, white smoke from fire, yellow on top and blue on the bottom, paraffin smell, common laundry detergent bottles, shampoo bottles, Wahaha bottles, big red basins, barrels, etc.

The current reference delivery price is 1400 per ton

The current reference receiving price is 1400 per ton

4.PVC material

PVC is commonly known as polyvinyl chloride, material characteristics, lighters burn black smoke, fire extinguishing away from the fire source, special smell, common downpipes, threading pipes, gussets, plastic steel, door curtains, wire skins, rubber shoes, etc.

The reference price of gusset plate is 600 per ton

The reference price of plastic steel ranges from 600 to 1800. Plastic steel must be distinguished between good and bad. If it breaks when being bent by pliers, it is bad, while if it cannot be broken, it is good.  

The reference price of threading pipe and downpipe is about 1400

Door curtains and tablecloths are made of soft polyvinyl chloride, with a reference price of 2,000 per ton.

PVC cords, rubber shoes, etc. are currently available at around 400 per ton.

5. PPR material

Common PPR material water pipes. The fire is similar to PP material, white smoke, with a reference price of 3,000 per ton

Reference price: 3000 per ton

Reference price: 3000 per ton

6. PS, ABS

PS, ABS are commonly known as loud materials. They emit black smoke when burned and make noise when placed on the ground. They are commonly found on the shells of household appliances. ABS is commonly found on the shells of electric vehicles. The reference price is around 1,000 yuan. The price can be higher if the quantity is large.

The difference between PS and ABS is that the burning smell of ABS is stronger than that of PS, and ABS has good toughness.

PS small ring material

The recycling value is very low. Currently, no one recycles in many places. It is recommended not to collect it.

7. GPPS

GPPS is commonly known as white ringing material, transparent benzene or colored benzene. It emits black smoke when burned, is flammable, and makes a sound when placed on the ground. It is commonly found in plastic cups, refrigerator drawers, chocolate shells, packaged wine shells, etc.

The current reference price is around 1600

8. PMMA organic glass

PMMA is commonly known as organic glass, with high recycling value. It produces white smoke when burned, has a fragrance, and some bubbles. It makes a crackling sound when burned, and a dull sound when placed on the ground. It is commonly used for luminous characters, mahjong, and exquisite ornaments.

The current reference price is about 3200 per ton.

9. PC polycarbonate

PC is commonly known as polycarbonate, with high recycling value, black spots after burning, carbon collection, smell of ink, good toughness, common discs, transparent cups, industrial supplies, etc.

The current reference price is about 3600 per ton.

10. PA nylon

PA is commonly known as nylon, white smoke, blistering, chicken feather smell, PA can be divided into many types, common cable ties

The current reference price is about 6,000 per ton. The price varies.

11. POM polyoxymethylene

POM is commonly known as polyoxymethylene. It is not very common in life. It is generally used in gears and industry. No open flames can be seen when burned, and the smell is poisonous and particularly pungent.

The current price is unclear

12. Silicone

Silicone is common in life, but the amount of waste is not too large. It produces white smoke when burned and becomes white powder after burning. It is commonly found in sealing rings, baby bottle mouths, etc.

The current price reference is around 2000

13. Aluminum-plastic board

Aluminum-plastic board is generally used for decoration, common shop sign bottom plate, two sides of aluminum, plastic in the middle. The price ranges from 600 to 1200, depending on the thickness of the aluminum and whether the plastic floats and sinks in water

14. EPS

EPS, common foam

The reference price is about 1,600 per ton.

The above are the common plastic classifications and identifications in scrap yards, as well as the reference prices. The prices are for reference only. Please refer to the actual local prices.