Can you recycle it?

Straight answers for the items people ask about most — is it recyclable, and which cart does it go in? Not sure what something is? Scan it with your phone.

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Item recycling guides

Can you recycle aluminum cans?Can you recycle aluminum foil?Can you recycle bottle caps?Can you recycle bubble wrap?Can you recycle cardboard?Can you recycle ceramics?Can you recycle chip bags?Can you recycle coat hangers?Can you recycle drinking glasses?Can you recycle egg cartons?Can you recycle glass?Can you recycle k-cups?Can you recycle metal?Can you recycle milk & juice cartons?Can you recycle packing peanuts?Can you recycle paper towels?Can you recycle pill bottles?Can you recycle pizza boxes?Can you recycle plastic bags?Can you recycle plastic cups?Can you recycle plastic hangers?Can you recycle plastic straws?Can you recycle plastic wrap?Can you recycle receipts?Can you recycle shredded paper?Can you recycle styrofoam?Can you recycle toothpaste tubes?Can you recycle wrapping paper?

Common recycling questions

How do I know if something is recyclable?

Check the material and any resin code, keep it clean and empty, and look up the specific item — recyclability depends on the material and your local hauler.

What can't be recycled curbside?

Plastic bags and film, Styrofoam, coffee cups, black plastic, and anything smaller than about 4 inches go in the trash, not the recycling cart.

See the full "what can & can't be recycled" guide → · How to dispose of non-recyclables →