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Ever wondered if you can toss egg cartons into the recycling bin? Many folks question it. Here’s the exciting news! A lot of egg cartons made from cardboard or paper can be recycled just like other paper products. They make their way to recycling centers and get turned into brand-new paper items, like magic! But, watch out for plastic egg cartons. Check underneath for a recycling number. Many places accept plastics labeled 1 or 2, and they become all sorts of cool things. Foam or Styrofoam egg cartons, however, need special care. These usually can’t be recycled curbside and require specific drop-off locations. Recycling cuts down on trash and is really good for our planet. So, when that carton is empty, think about where it could go next. Earth will thank you!
The answer is yes — with a few caveats:
- Paper or cardboard cartons are recyclable, just like any other paper without toxic ink. Styrofoam egg cartons are not recyclable.
- Since recycling requires energy, and recycled waste still goes to landfill, putting your egg carton in a compost pile is a better solution that recycling it.
- If you put a cracked egg back into the egg carton, or an egg is cracked and it leaks out, you cannot recycle the carton anymore because of food residue.
Better Alternatives to Recycling
Before you recycle your egg carton is use it for compost, try reusing it!
- Give them to people with hens. They love to reuse them and are always on the lookout for more. Oh and don’t worry about mites or parasytes because they clean the carton before reusing it.
- Use them as seed starters! Fill both the lid and wells with soil.
Love,
G.
