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Gift & toy packaging

Some gift and toy packaging is recyclable but it will need to be separated and sorted.

Toy and gift packaging often consists of different materials - such as cardboard, paper and plastic. Some of these are recyclable, while others are not. These will need to be separated before recycling.

  • Remove plastic windows from cardboard boxes before recycling - the plastic window should be put in the rubbish bin.
  • Flatten cardboard for ease of transport to recycling facilities or to fit more into your household recycling bin.
  • Plastic blisters marked PET or PETE can be recycled by most local authorities but please check with your council in the first instance.
  • Wire ties are not generally recyclable but could be re-used around the home, for example for tying up plants in the garden or resealing half-used packets of frozen vegetables.
  • Remove the rope or ribbon handles from gift bags - these can be re-used or should be placed in the rubbish bin.
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