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History of Plastics

Learn about plastics history by browsing our timelines of recycling milestones, packaging innovations and other fun plastics facts.

Heinz Ketchup Packet

History of Plastics

Plastic Packaging History: Innovations Through the Decades

See a Timeline of Plastic Packaging Innovations

History of Plastics

The History of Plastic

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Mom and daughter recycling

History of Plastics

The History of Recycling Plastic

Check out Milestones in Plastics Recycling