Here’s How to Recycle Your Cardboard Boxes
Question: Is this cardboard box recyclable?
Answer: YES, cardboard is built to be recycled.
Recycle Cardboard Boxes Right
Here’s how to do it right:
- First, empty your box to remove packing materials, such as Styrofoam or packing peanuts
- Flatten your cardboard box to save space
- Put it in the recycling bin
Now, wasn’t that easy? Pro tip: Ensure your box is dry and clean. Even if it gets wet, it can still be recycled once dried
Cardboard Recycling Tips
A few additional things to keep in mind when recycling cardboard:
- Dented, ripped and damaged cardboard can still be recycled
- You do not have to remove tape or labels – the recycling process will remove these for you
- Milk, juice, and cereal boxes can all be recycled, if clean
Always check your local guidelines for how they want your boxes.
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