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Recycling
Polystyrene Foam Packaging
 Often
incorrectly referred to as STYROFOAM*, polystyrene (PS) foam
packaging is a material that cushions, insulates, and protects products
during distribution. This includes custom shaped material used to package
electronics and appliances, loose fill packaging often called “peanuts”,
blocks of foam which protect furniture and appliances, and containers used
to preserve perishable foods and medicines.
PS foam plastics are often indicated by the symbol:
Recycling Tips:
- Find an available polystyrene recycling service by
using the Alliance of Foam
Packaging Recyclers’ website
www.epspackaging.org/info.html
or
WasteCap’s Recycling Services
Directory
www.wastecap.org/wastecap/rsd/plastic.htm
- Once you have identified a service that suits your
needs, call them to verify drop-off or pick-up times and check to see
what types of PS material they accept.
- Make sure your PS is clean and free of any plastic
film, loose parts or glued-on cardboard.
- Check to see if they accept other recyclables to
streamline your recycling efforts.
Some Helpful Links
Alliance of Foam Packaging Recyclers (AFPR) -
www.epspackaging.org/
The Polystyrene Packaging Council (PSPC) -
www.polystyrene.org/
The American Plastics Council (APC) –
www.americanplasticscouncil.org/
* STYROFOAM is a registered trademark for a line of
extruded polystyrene foam products made exclusively by The Dow Chemical
Company. STYROFOAM Brand Foam is not used in the manufacture of disposable
foam products, such as packaging, cups, plates, coolers or egg trays.
Remember, you can't drink coffee from a STYROFOAM cup – because there is no
such thing!
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