Plastic #2 (HDPE) Alternative ways to recycle Put in Garbage Help Prevent Litter Plastic #2 is a lightweight material that easily finds its way into the environment, where it can leach toxic chemicals. Dispose of it properly to prevent it from becoming litter. Empty Motor Oil Containers are Hazardous Waste Even if an empty, cleaned motor oil container is marked as HDPE #2 plastic, it is still hazardous waste. Learn how to dispose of empty motor oil containers. Alternative Ways to Recycle GarnierĀ® Recycling Program Recycle GarnierĀ® skincare and hair care packaging through the GarnierĀ® Free Recycling Program by Terracycle. Accepted items include bottles and pumps, tubs and lids, roller bottles and flexible pouches. Did You Know? What Plastic #2 Can Become Plastic #2 can be recycled into new plastic jugs, plastic lumber, patio furniture, flower pots, buckets, recycling bins, benches and fencing.