Recyclable Items
Currently, the Cincinnati Recycling Program accepts the following materials:
- Plastic bottles & jugs, collapsed and with lids screwed back on
- Glass jars and bottles of any color
- Aluminum and steel cans
- Empty aerosol cans with lids and tips removed
- Paperboard (i.e.: cereal boxes, 12 pack containers, etc.)
- Cardboard (broken down to 3’ x 3’ sections)
- A variety of paper products, including
- Office paper
- Newspaper
- Magazines
- Junk Mail and envelopes (with or without windows)
- Telephone books
- Paper grocery bags
What About My Plastic Bags?
Plastic bags aren’t currently accepted in the City’s curbside recycling program due to the stringent standards for the reselling of this material. Manufactures require plastic bags be clean, dry and in like-new condition to use in the manufacturing process. Due to the collection and separation process; Rumpke Recycling can’t meet manufacturer’s standards.
Many local retailers have established a plastic bag recycling program. We encourage you to seek out these types of opportunities to recycle your plastic bags.
Should I Put My Recyclables In A Garbage Bag?
No, please simply place your recyclable items in the cart or bin. The only exception is shredded paper, which may be placed in a clear plastic bag.
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