Learn to recognize and recycle these materials

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Cardboard

Recyclable waste

- Prensado (ej.: cajas de electrodomésticos
y cubetas de huevos)

- Brillante- Pressed. E.g., gift box, egg carton

- Cardstock

Separate clean and dry recyclable waste into the same bag, box, or bin.

Non-recyclable waste

- Cardboard with organic wastecon residuos orgánicos
o manchados (ej.: exceso de grasa)

- Plastic-coated or waxed cardboardplastificado o encerado (ej.: carpetas plásticas)

Paper

Recyclable waste

- Kraft - Craft. E.g.,Wrapping paper

- Bond- Bond. E.g., Notebook paper

- Papel periódico- Newspaper paper

- Glossy. E.g., Magazines

Separate clean and dry recyclable waste into the same bag, box, or bin.

Non-recyclable waste

- Papel higiénico
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- Napkins
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- Otros: Fomix, papel contact
y papel crepé

Plastic

Recyclable waste

PET. E.g., Clear bottle, audio tape.

HDPE/PEAD. E.g., Drink lid, bag, container.

LDPE/PEBD. E.g., Opaque bottle, shrink wrap, stretch film.

PP. E.g., Cups and containers, plastic chair, bucket.

Separate clean and dry recyclable waste into the same bag, box, or bin.

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Non-recyclable waste

PVC. E.g., Pipe, tarpaulin, cards and credentials.

PS. E.g., Foam, CD case, rigid disposable cup.

- Acrylic, lightweight and scratches easily.

- Nylon. E.g., Tape, plastic strap, textiles.

- Polycarbonate. E.g., Roof covering.

Glass

Recyclable waste

- Glass bottles of all colors

- Glass jars

Separate clean and dry recyclable waste into the same bag, box, or bin.

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Non-recyclable waste

- Fiberglass / Mirrors / Tiles

- Car windows / Windshields / Light bulbs and fluorescent tubes

Metal

Recyclable waste

- Aluminum. Example: beverage can, aluminum foil, metal lid

- Tinplate. Example: canned food can

Separate clean and dry recyclable waste into the same bag, box, or bin.

Non-recyclable waste

- Electronic waste

- Appliances

- Batteries or accumulators

Tetra Pak ®

Recyclable waste

Tetra Pak® containers are made of cardboard, plastic, and metal.

For example: cartons of milk, yogurt, or oatmeal.

Please deliver them clean and dry.

Separate clean and dry recyclable waste into the same bag, box, or bin.

Foto de una mano sosteniendo un Tetra Pak

Other waste

Recyclable waste

- Corrugated. For example: appliance box.

- Pressed. For example: gift box, egg carton.

- Glossy. For example: cereal box.

- Cardstock.

Separate clean and dry recyclable waste into the same bag, box, or bin.

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Non-recyclable waste

- Organic waste.

- Electrical or electronic waste.

Much of your waste is not trash: it’s an opportunity!

We give a new life to your recyclable and returnable waste, contributing to dignifying the work of recyclers.

Check out this guide to learn how to recycle and return in your home, business, or educational institution.

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Manual for Becoming a ReciVeci^®

Consult this guide to learn how to recycle and return in your home, business, or educational institution.

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Zero Waste Guide

In this community guide, you will find businesses, ventures, and projects focused on creating services and/or products that minimize environmental impact in the community of Quito, Ecuador.

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