Paper
Produced by pressing together moist fibers, typically cellulose pulp derived from wood, and drying them into flexible sheets.
Some examples of paper for recycling:
White Paper
o Computer Paper
o Copy Paper
o Stationary/Letterhead
o Adding Machine/Receipt Tape
o Tablet/Notebook Paper
o Shredded Paper
Colored Paper
o Colored Stick on Notes
o Colored Copy Paper
o Yellow Legal Pads
o Shredded Color Paper
Bound Paper Books
o Newspaper/Newsprint
o Inserts
o Magazines
o Catalogs
o Phone Books
o Brochures
Mixed Waste Paper
o Junk Mail
o Advertisements
o Envelopes
o Window Envelopes (Windows don’t need to be removed)
o Stick on Notes
o Shredded Junk Mail
Note: The following are some examples of Non-Recyclable Paper:
o Wax Coated Paper
o Plastic Coated Paper
o Carbon Paper
o Paper Plates & Cups
o Paper Napkins and Towels
Most recycling programs accept paper for recycling. Please contact your recycling company for proper preparation instructions.