Recycling Symbols
Understand the chasing arrows, resin codes, and recycling labels on packaging and products. Learn what can go in your kerbside bin and what needs specialist recycling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recycling Symbols are standardised icons and markings used to communicate important information at a glance. Understand the chasing arrows, resin codes, and recycling labels on packaging and products. Learn what can go in your kerbside bin and what needs specialist recycling.
You will encounter recycling symbols in everyday settings related to this topic — on labels, signage, equipment, packaging, or digital interfaces. SymbolBuddy explains each one so you know exactly what you are looking at.
Use the search bar at the top of any SymbolBuddy page to find a symbol by name or keyword. You can also browse the grid below to explore every recycling symbols entry we have published in this category.
Many recycling symbols follow international standards, but local regulations and manufacturer conventions can vary. SymbolBuddy notes regional differences where they matter and focuses on the most common versions you are likely to encounter.