Metal, Glass, Plastic & Cartons Bin (pdf)

This DSNY recycling flyer explains, in simple words, what items belong in the blue recycling bin in New York City. It reminds residents that recycling is required by law in NYC and shows that all recyclable items should be emptied and rinsed before being placed in the bin. Caps and lids can stay on containers, which makes recycling easier and faster .

The flyer clearly shows four main categories that can be recycled: metal, glass, cartons, and rigid plastic. Examples include metal cans, aluminum trays, pots, glass bottles and jars, milk and juice cartons, plastic bottles, food containers, and sturdy plastic items like jugs and toys. The pictures make it easy to recognize what should go into recycling without guessing .

It also clearly shows what should NOT be recycled, such as batteries, power cords, chargers, wires, plastic bags, squeeze tubes, pouches, and foam. These items can cause safety problems or damage recycling equipment, so they must be kept out of recycling bins and handled through other DSNY disposal programs .

The flyer is written in English and Spanish, making it accessible to more NYC residents. It includes official DSNY and NYC Sanitation contact information and directs users to 311 and the NYC sanitation website for help. Posted in trash rooms or near bins, this flyer helps buildings recycle correctly, avoid contamination, and stay compliant with NYC sanitation rules .

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