Where do plastic milk jugs go?
Plastic milk or juice jugs are generally # 2 HDPE Plastic. Look for a #2 inside chasing arrows on the bottom of the container. Please remove the lid and flatten the container before putting them in the bin labeled #2 HDPE Clear. Back to CAQ Q: What does PETE and HDPE stand for? A: These names are acronyms for the type of plastic or resin they are made of. PETE stands for Polyethylene Terephthalate. It is commonly used in plastic soda bottles. HDPE stands for High Density Polyethylene. It is commonly used to make milk and juice jugs.