New Types of Film/Nonrigid Plastics Recyclable Accepted

Recycle your plastic bags, film and wrap at participating locations. These materials are used in new products such as composite lumber.

Where*

  • Albertsons
  • Safeway
  • Walmart
  • Target
  • Fred Meyers
  • Lowes
  • Kohls

*Bins are usually at the front of the store.

Due to ever-changing conditions, stores may discontinue their programs for collection of plastic bags/wraps without notice. Before visiting a listed drop-off location, please confirm their ongoing collection of plastic bags and wraps.

Take me to a directory of drop-off locations.

What to Recycle

  • Retail, carryout, produce, newspaper, bread, and dry cleaning bags (clean, dry and free of receipts and clothes hangers)
  • Zip-top food storage bags (clean and dry)
  • Plastic shipping envelopes (remove labels), bubble wrap and air pillows (deflate)
  • Product wrap on cases of water/soda bottles, paper towels, napkins, disposable cups, bathroom tissue, diapers, and female sanitary products
  • Furniture and electronic wrap
  • Plastic cereal box liners (but if it tears like paper, do not include)
  • Any film packaging or bag that has the How2Recycle Label

What Not to Recycle

  • Degradable/compostable bags or film packaging
  • Pre-washed salad mix bags, cellophane type bags
  • Frozen food bags
  • Candy bar wrappers
  • Chip bags
  • Six-pack rings

Please let your local stores know that you appreciate the recycling service they are providing.