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What to do with
PVC packaging
PVC is a type of plastic that is not recyclable.
It is difficult to tell if packaging is made from PVC, unless it has the image shown below. Sometimes it is used for meat packaging and cling film.
This type of plastic is not recyclable and should be placed in the waste bin.
Some other types of plastic films can be recycled alongside carrier bags at large supermarkets - find out more on our What To Do With Plastic Films & Carrier Bags page.
You can find out more about recycling labels and what they mean on our Recycling symbols explained page.
Recycling symbols explained
Find out what you can recycle at home