Plastic type, contamination, attached materials, sorting and quantity can affect buyer interest. Paper labels, food residue, other packaging or unknown previous contents may change the assessment. Explain these conditions at the first enquiry rather than leaving them to be discovered during loading. Mixed commercial waste should not be presented as a single recoverable plastic stream without review.
If the team needs separation or further information, agree the scope before preparing the lot. Do not wash, cut or process unknown containers on the assumption that this will make them acceptable. Containers with unknown or potentially hazardous residues require a suitable review outside an ordinary packaging pickup. The business's responsible personnel should identify the contents and any special handling requirements before movement is discussed.