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Polystyrene and thermocol containers and plates

This item is recyclable.

Put this item in your recycling (blue) cart or a transparent clear or blue-tinted plastic bag.

Special disposal instructions or restrictions:
  • Use or consume the item's contents. Make sure the item is clean and empty before placing it in your recycling.
  • Remove any wrap, absorbent pads, or seals. Put these in the garbage.
  • Don't put recyclables in tied plastic grocery bags.
Additional information:
  • The lid on your recycling cart must be closed for collection. A closed lid also helps prevent litter.
  • Recycling is mandatory in the Region of Peel.
  • The Region collects unlimited amounts of recycling waste from the curb.
  • If your recycling cart is full, put recyclables in a transparent clear or blue-tinted plastic bag. Place the bag outside of your recycling cart on your collection day.
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