Plastic recycling
How to Recycle HDPE Containers (#2)
Milk jugs, detergent bottles, and other containers made from high-density polyethylene. HDPE is one of the most widely recycled plastics due to its excellent durability and recycling properties.
Recyclable#2 HDPEUpdated Jun 2026
Quick answer
Yes, HDPE (#2) containers like milk jugs, detergent bottles, and shampoo bottles are widely recyclable. Empty, rinse, and replace the cap, then recycle them curbside; keep them dry and free of food or product residue.
- Recyclable
- Yes
- Recycling code
- #2 HDPE
How to Prepare
- 1Empty completely and rinse to remove all residue
- 2Replace caps (they're often recyclable with the container)
- 3Remove any pump dispensers, spray nozzles, or trigger mechanisms
