Certain plastics no longer recyclable in Smyrna

While these artsy bottles from the World of Coca Cola in downtown Atlanta would not be recycled, soda and water bottles, detergent bottles and milk jugs still can be recycled in Smyrna. AJC file photo

While these artsy bottles from the World of Coca Cola in downtown Atlanta would not be recycled, soda and water bottles, detergent bottles and milk jugs still can be recycled in Smyrna. AJC file photo

Smyrna will stop collecting plastics numbers 3 through 7 from their recycling programs (both curbside and the recycling center), beginning March 1.

The suspension is due to market conditions which, at present time, “do not show a viable market for these kinds of plastics,” according to a city statement.

They include plastic tubing; children’s toys; plastic trays and furniture; plastic wrappings; grocery bags; bags that hold newspapers, sliced bread loaves and fresh produce; food containers for yogurt, sour cream and margarine; straws; rope; carpet; bottle caps; styrofoam products; packing peanuts and products stamped with a 7.

Plastics numbers 1 (PET) and 2 (HDPE) are still being accepted - typically soda and water bottles, detergent bottles and milk jugs.

Questions can be directed to Smyrna Recycling Center Staff at 770-431-2869.

Information: SmyrnaGa.gov/your-government/departments/keep-smyrna-beautiful/recycling