Plastic film and multi layer plastic.
Plastic film and multi-layer plastics are everywhere in our homes, from flexible wrappers to the bags your frozen berries and favorite almonds come in. Though convenient, these lightweight materials—often made from oil refinement by-products or multiple layers of different plastics—can’t usually be recycled curbside, contributing significantly to household waste and global pollution.
This category includes:
While what we take in this category varies by city, here is what is generally included.
Grocery bags
Ziploc
Bubble wrap
Prime shippers
Bread bags
Newspaper bags
Produce bags
Outer packaging
Dry cleaning bags
Poly-bags and Tyvek mailers
Cereal bags
Resealable food bags
Fresh food bags
Frozen food bags
Must be clean and completely dry
Plastic bags for dry pet food and treats
Thin wrappers with shiny lining
Plastic granola bar and energy bar wrappers
Plastic candy wrappers
Ramen outer packaging
Crunchy plastic food bags
Potting soil, fertilizer, and bark bags
Must be thoroughly cleaned and completely dry
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