Can White Paper Compost

Except for colored and glossy paper, which might contain some toxic heavy metals, newsprint and other paper is safe to use as mulch or in compost. In fact, one study revealed that paper had less toxic material than straw or grass!

What types of paper can be composted?

• Bills.
• Credit card statements.
• Non-glossy junk mail.
• Envelopes.
• Office paper (plain or printed on)
• Receipts.
• Newsprint.
• Notebook paper.

Can you compost white paper towels?

Paper towels: Paper towels that are bleached white or came in contact with cleaning products should not be composted since they’ll add unwanted chemicals to your pile.