Packaging Recycling
When packaging can no longer be reused, its materials can often be recycled. Describe what you have and partner suppliers that recycle it can follow up.
Request Recycling Options
Tell us what you have, how much and where it is
How Packaging Is Recycled
Each material goes to its own recycling stream
IBC Totes
The HDPE bottle, the steel cage and the pallet base are separated so each material can be recycled.
Wood Pallets
Broken pallets are often taken apart for boards, or ground into wood chips and mulch.
Plastic Pallets
Plastic pallets can be ground and recycled by resin type.
Gaylord Boxes
Corrugated board is baled and sent for paper recycling.
Metal Parts
Nails, staples and steel parts are separated and recycled as scrap.
Reuse First
A pallet, tote or box that still works is worth more reused than recycled. Partner suppliers usually check whether items can be resold or repaired before recycling them.
Totes that held hazardous materials need proper cleaning or handling before reuse or recycling. Tell us what they held, and check current regulations for your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a cost for recycling?
It depends on the material, condition and quantity. Some materials have value; others carry a handling fee. The supplier tells you in their quote.
Can IBCs that held hazardous materials be recycled?
Often, but they need special handling. Tell us the previous contents so the right supplier can follow up.
Will I get paperwork?
Ask the supplier who handles your material what records they provide.
Have Packaging to Recycle?
Send a free, no-obligation request and a partner supplier will follow up.