What Does The Triangle Symbol Number On The Coffee Cup Lid Mean?

Coffee, simply put, is a drink that has a refreshing effect. Nowadays, more and more people love to drink coffee, no matter at home, in the office, or in various social occasions, people are drinking coffee. It is gradually associated with fashion and modern life and gradually evolved into coffee culture. However, not many people noticed the triangular symbol number on the lid of the coffee cup. It's about your health and mine. the

1. Recognize triangle symbols and numbers

The triangular figure represents the meaning of recyclable and reusable and indicates that the product is not produced using recycled materials. The number in the middle represents the plastic-type code, which is the "ID card" of the plastic: different numbers represent different plastic materials and uses.

-1, PET (polyethylene terephthalate), mineral water bottles, and carbonated beverage bottles are all made of this material. Heat-resistant to 70°C, not suitable for acidic and alkaline beverages.

-No. 2, HDPE (high-density polyethylene), commonly found in medicine bottles, cleaning products, and bath products. Not suitable for use as drinking glasses etc.

-3, PVC (polyvinyl chloride), is prone to produce two toxic and harmful substances and has been less used for packaging food

- No. 4, LDPE (low-density polyethylene), plastic wrap, plastic film, etc. are all these materials. The heat resistance is not strong, and hot melting will occur when the temperature exceeds 110°C

-No.5, PP (polypropylene), the microwave lunch box is made of this material, resistant to high temperatures of 130 ℃

- No. 6, PS (polystyrene). This is the material used to make bowls of instant noodle boxes and foamed fast food boxes.

-No. 7, PC and others. PC is mostly used to make baby bottles and space cups.

The number 6 on the coffee cup lid represents the above PS polystyrene. In addition to the material number, the color of the cup lid is also particular, and most of them are white, black, or transparent on the market. But black is the last color in plastic processing. It may be made of leftover materials and even contain heavy metals. Therefore, it is recommended not to choose black, and white or transparent ones are better.

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