#2 plastic is high-density polyethylene (HDPE) — a sturdy, versatile, and widely recycled plastic. It’s commonly used for containers that need to hold up to repeated use or resist impact and moisture.
Here are some common examples of #2 plastic bottles:
Household Products:
- Laundry detergent bottles (such as Tide or All)
- Fabric softener bottles
- Bleach bottles (like Clorox)
- Household cleaner bottles (like Pine-Sol or Simple Green)
Personal Care:
- Shampoo bottles
- Conditioner bottles
- Body wash containers
- Larger lotion bottles (typically opaque or colored)
Food and Beverage:
- Milk jugs
- Juice bottles (often cloudy or opaque)
- Gallon water jugs
- Some iced tea or sports drink containers
Pet and Garden:
- Pet shampoo bottles
- Garden chemical containers (like weed killer or fertilizer bottles)