What does that triangle with the arrows and a number inside of it really mean?

Researching methods of eliminating plastic pollution and sharing these with others is our plan! Did you know that the little recycle triangle with the number inside of it on plastic does not mean that the plastic item is recyclable? The number only tells us what kind of plastic it is. In some cases, this might give us a clue as to how to dispose of the plastic item responsibly. That all depends on your unique municipality and what plastic items are collected in your area for recycling.