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The triangle at the bottom of the plastic beverage bottle contains the number 1-7, with the word PET below. What does this mean?
There is an Arabic numeral in the recycling triangle sign at the bottom of the plastic bottle, which actually represents the container material:

1-indicates that PET (polyethylene terephthalate) can be used to produce mineral water bottles and carbonated beverage bottles. Heat resistance 70 degrees Celsius, volatile, harmful substances dissolved. If it is used for a long time, it may release the carcinogen DEHP. So it can't be used to hold wine, vinegar, soy sauce, etc.

2 —— High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is mostly used for cleaning products and bath products. It is resistant to high temperature, but it is not easy to clean and should not be recycled.

3 stands for PVC (polyvinyl chloride) used in raincoats, building materials, plastic boxes, etc. , rarely used in food packaging.

4 —— LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene) is used for cling film, plastic film, etc. Its heat resistance is not strong, and harmful substances will be produced at high temperature.

5 —— indicates that PP (polypropylene) is mostly used in plastic boxes that can be put into microwave ovens, and can be reused after careful cleaning.

6 —— stands for PS (polystyrene), which is used to make bowl-shaped instant noodle boxes and fast food boxes. , can not be used for microwave heating, strong acid (orange juice) and strong alkali substances. Avoid taking hot food.

7 —— stands for PC (polycarbonate) and other kinds, which are mainly used to make baby bottles, space cups and so on. Try not to use it for boiling water, otherwise it will release toxic substances easily. Do not heat or directly expose to the sun when using.

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Use safe plastic products:

In order to ensure our health, we need to choose to use safe plastic products in our daily life. According to Nanjing Daily, when buying plastic drinking cups, consumers should pay attention to whether the information on the product label is complete, including the manufacturer, production license number, implementation standard and material.

Among them, the materials should list in detail all the materials that may come into contact with food, including cup cover, cup body, straw and so on. Experts suggest that plastic food containers, including children's plastic cups, should be made of PP as much as possible.

In addition, consumers should try to avoid using plastic containers or plastic bags to put hot water, hot soup, tea and coffee, and also avoid using microwave ovens to heat food in non-dedicated plastic containers.

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