Lightweight plastic foam made from expanded polystyrene, often used in packaging materials and protective cushioning for products. It is marked with the Plastic Identification Code 6.
Disposal Options
Foam - Launceston Recycling Centre
Foam (Dirty/Wet) - General Waste Bin
Why
Foam polystyrene can't be recycled through standard kerbside recycling because it is bulky, lightweight, and can contaminate the load when it breaks apart. However, when kept clean, it can be recycled when dropped off at the Launceston Recycling Centre.
Did You Know
Polystyrene is made mostly of air, about 95% which is why it feels so light but takes up so much space in landfill.