Foam Plastic #6 (Polystyrene)

Foam Plastic #6 (Polystyrene)

Plastic #6, also known at polystyrene or Styrofoam, is not recyclable, and must go in the trash.

Special Directions

Packaging material, like packing peanuts, are typically made from plastic #6; you can take these items to local mail companies for reuse. Stores that may accept packing material for reuse: 

The Office Boss Mail Center
12177 Business Park Dr | (530) 587-1620 
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