LDPE / Film (#4)
Recycling
LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene, resin code #4) film recycling recovers stretch wrap, shrink film, bags, and flexible packaging from commercial operations. Film is one of the largest commercial plastic waste streams by volume — a single distribution center can generate thousands of pounds of stretch wrap per month.
What We Accept
All items processed through certified facilities with full documentation.
Get a Quote arrow_forwardRecycling Process
Collection
Film collected in dedicated containers or baled on-site. Keeping film clean and dry is critical — wet or contaminated film loses value.
Baling
Film baled to density specs for transport. On-site balers provided for high-volume generators.
Washing
Film washed in hot water to remove labels, ink, and contaminants. Multiple wash stages for post-consumer film.
Pelletizing
Clean film extruded into LDPE pellets for blown film manufacturing — new bags, film, and flexible packaging.
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LDPE / Film (#4) Questions
Common questions about ldpe / film (#4) recycling.
Back to Plastics arrow_forwardFor free collection, we typically need 500+ lbs per pickup (about one gaylord box). DCs wrapping 200+ pallets/day usually generate this in 1-2 weeks. We provide collection containers and schedule based on your volume.
Yes, though less than clear film. Printed LDPE film is recycled into dark-colored products (trash bags, construction film). Clear film commands 2-3x the price of printed.
Yes — and it increases value significantly. Baled film is denser, cheaper to transport, and commands premium pricing. We can provide or help source a vertical or horizontal baler for high-volume operations.
Film contaminated with food, moisture, or adhesive labels is harder to recycle and may not have value. The cleaner and drier the film, the better the rate. We assess contamination levels during the audit.
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