What does the corrugated cardboard recycling symbol mean?

The term corrugated cardboard recycling is both a statement of fact and a way to promote recycling. By printing the symbol on corrugated products, the corrugated customer and the end consumer are aware of the inherent recyclability of corrugated. Placing the symbol on a corrugated container does not indicate that “this container is made from recycled material.” Rather, it simply means that “this container can and should be recycled.”

When do I use the corrugated cardboard recycling symbol?

We recommend placing the Corrugated Cardboard Recycling symbol on all corrugated products that are easily recyclable unless otherwise specified by the customer. “Readily recyclable” corrugated products are those that have not been coated or otherwise treated with substances (eg wax) that are not repulpable or that are of limited reliability.

When do I not use the corrugated cardboard recycling symbol?

Do not place the Corrugated Cardboard Recycling symbol on corrugated cardboard containers that are not easily recyclable.

Where else can I use the corrugated cardboard recycling symbol?

The Corrugated Cardboard Recycling symbol can be placed on any item that can help promote the recyclability and recycling of corrugated cardboard: office supplies, websites, etc. of companies or associations.

How to recycle corrugated cardboard boxes?

Corrugated cardboard boxes, what we commonly call cardboard, are a modern omen of joy! Everyone gets a little excited every time they come home to find boxed Amazon packages, a subscription service box, or something else that they ordered outside their front door. In addition to ensuring the safe transportation of our purchases, corrugated cardboard boxes play a very important role in our daily life.

Whether it serves as a means of storing our memories or as a way to send relief packages to family and friends, corrugated cardboard is everywhere and for good reason: it is sustainable and made from a renewable resource. The corrugated packaging that arrives at our doors is designed to be recycled, so it is important that we properly recycle cardboard in our homes and offices at every opportunity. Corrugated cardboard can be recycled at least seven times and, in general, it is a simple and easy material to recycle. In 2014, 96 per cent of Americans had access to community curbside recycling and/or corrugated box delivery.

Here are six helpful tips to get you started:

• Remove any non-paper box packing materials, such as packing peanuts, air cushions, or styrofoam.
• You don’t need to worry about removing any tape or labels from your corrugated boxes. They will be disposed of in the recycling process.
• If your box is dented, bent ripped or damaged, that’s fine. It can still be recycled as long as it is dry and clean.
• Keep your boxes dry.
• Keep your boxes clean and free of food.
• Flatten your corrugated cardboard boxes before placing them in your recycling bin or cart. This will save space.

Corrugated is used primarily to make packing boxes, but it can even be used to make furniture. ALL corrugated cardboard is recyclable, but when it comes to your juice containers, pizza boxes, and milk cartons, separate rules may apply, so check with your local municipality for rules and advice.

Corrugated is a wonderful material – strong, durable, and made from a renewable and recyclable material. When we recycle it, we improve our quality of life and our environment, and we also help the industry make new and innovative products that we use every day.