The last major rule for paper is that it must be naked, without any types of coating, like wax, foil or plastic. As usual, there are some examples below. Next, we will look at some oddball items that can’t be recycled

  • Yellow paper mailer with bubble wrap lining

  • Milk and juice cartons coated with wax

    As with all paper items that can’t be recycled, always check carefully and remove any plastic, like the spout and cap from any type of paper carton

  • Laminated paper

Learn about some other types of paper that can't be recycled