- Ceramics are not glass and cannot be recycled.
- Disposable paper coffee cups are not recyclable because of the plastic film on the inside of the cup. Also important, remember never to microwave these cups because of that inner plastic lining. Heating can release harmful chemicals like BPA and phthalates, melt the plastic, or cause it to warp.
- Chip bags, granola and candy wrappers are generally not recyclable because the plastic is too thin. However manufacturers may have take-back programs to recycle these materials.
- Biodegradable plastic is only recyclable under a composting system and should only go in your Organics Recycling.
- Plastic bags can NOT be recycled with your regular recycling. Recycling plastic bags require specialty take-back programs.
- Plastic packaging like bubble wrap, cling wrap, and other film plastics are not recyclable for the same reasons that plastic bags are not recyclable. Where possible, reuse them for shipping, but where not possible, dispose of them in the garbage.
- Paper towels and napkins can ONLY be placed in Organics recycling; paper towels and napkins should NOT be placed in with your paper recycling.
- Coffee pods like K-cups cannot be recycled and should NOT be placed with either your plastic or organics recycling
- Fire Extinguishers: Do not place them in the trash or recycling. Contact a FDNY-certified fire extinguisher retailer or bring to a SAFE Disposal Event.
Most fire extinguishers are refillable by FDNY-certified fire extinguisher retailers.
Learn more about smoke and carbon monoxide detector disposal.