Plastics and Your Life
Every day, plastics help make our lives better, healthier and safer in countless ways. PlasticsInfo.org provides useful tips and simple solutions to help you make the most of the innovation and convenience plastics have to offer. If you’ve got a question about the safety or proper use of a plastic product, see our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
Featured Articles
- 'Tis the Season: Storage & Heating Tips for Holiday Leftovers
According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), leftover food lingers after 99 percent of all holiday meals. Knowing the basics of food storage and reheating can help you keep leftovers fresh and flavorful while reducing the risk of food-borne illness. » more - In Praise of Plastic [The Boston Globe, 9/28/2008]
Why an oil-sucking, landfill-clogging, non-biodegradable, it's-everywhere material is so good for the environment. » more - Wal-Mart: the new FDA [Fortune, 7/16/2008]
A chemical used in plastic baby bottles is being driven off retailers' shelves not by regulators, but by advocacy groups, politicians and giant retailers. » more - 10 Things to Scratch from Your Worry List [New York Times, 7/29/2008]
» more - The Safety of Baby Bottles, Nalgene® Sports Bottles and Food Containers Made with Polycarbonate Plastic
For over a quarter century, parents have trusted polycarbonate baby bottles to help nurse their babies. Polycarbonate plastic has been studied and tested for nearly 50 years, and its use in products that come in contact with food is regulated by the FDA as well as governmental bodies worldwide. These FAQs will help you learn more about the safety of polycarbonate plastics. » more - Using Plastics in the Microwave
Many consumers get confused about which products are right for the microwave. This list of FAQs will help you decide which plastics to use and how to use them properly. » more
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Plastic Recycling Tips for the Holidays
This holiday season, Americans will generate 25 percent more waste, resulting in 5 million tons of garbage! To encourage consumers to “trim their trash” while trimming their tree, the American Chemistry Council (ACC) and Bob Lilienfeld, editor of the Use Less Stuff (ULS) Report, have teamed up to provide a holiday “how to” guide for reusing and recycling everyday plastics, that will result in savings to the pocketbook and to the environment. » more
Plastics & Safety: What You Need to Know
Because plastics are so integral to our daily lives, sometimes people get confused about the safety of plastic products and the proper ways to use them. Which plastics are best for microwave use? Is it okay to freeze your water bottle? What should you do when a plastic baby bottle starts to look cloudy? We can help you find answers. » more
How Your Kitchen Works
If you’ve ever felt clueless in the kitchen, you’re not alone. Many young adults lack basic kitchen supplies and know-how. But don’t despair, help is only a click away. Learn to avoid common kitchen don’ts, save time and money, and succeed in the kitchen. » more
Learn to Love Your Leftovers!
Tired of the same old leftovers? Plan ahead by making extra servings of your first meal and transforming them into casseroles, salads and other creative dishes. » more