DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING PAGES

What NOT to Put in Your Recycling Bin

Items that contaminate recycling and cause processing issues

Do NOT Place These in Recycling

  • Plastic bags

  • Styrofoam

  • Food-contaminated containers

  • Greasy pizza boxes

  • Electronics

  • Light bulbs

  • Batteries

  • Hazardous waste

  • Shredded paper (varies)

  • Garden hoses

  • Clothing or textiles

Why These Items Are Not Allowed

They either contaminate loads, cause machinery damage, or require special handling.

What To Do Instead

  • Take batteries to HHW

  • Bring electronics to proper events

  • Throw away food-soiled cardboard

  • Donate usable textiles

  • Return plastic bags to store collection bins

Summary

Keeping these items out of recycling helps reduce contamination and ensures cleaner, more efficient recycling in Tippecanoe County.