What Goes in a Commingled Bin?

Commingled recycling meaning. You can dispose of mixed, clean containers such as newspapers, brochures etc, cardboard packaging, milk and juice cartons, plastic bottles or containers, glass bottles and jars, steel or aluminium cans.

What can you put in commingled recycling?

Commingled waste such as glass jars, aluminium cans, steel cans and plastic bottles and containers can be recycled and are most commonly found in office or household environments. Note paper, cardboard and food waste do not belong in this bin.

What should you not put in your bin?

18 Common Items You Should Never Put in the Recycling Bin
  • Pizza boxes. The grease can't be separated from the paper fibers. ...
  • Light bulbs. Check your state regulations for disposal. ...
  • Food soiled containers. There can't be any residue. ...
  • Aluminum foil. ...
  • Capped water bottles. ...
  • Pyrex. ...
  • Drinking glasses. ...
  • Ceramics.
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