Can I recycle photos, frozen food boxes, or OJ cartons?

Wednesday, September 10th, 2008
By Brianne Fahey

Paper is paper, except when it comes to sorting your recycling.  Choose what you put in your bin carefully based on these tips.

Question: Can I recycle old photos?
Answer:No, photo paper is not recyclable.

Question: Can cereal boxes and frozen food boxes be recycled?
Answer: Yes!  They are considered paperboard.

Question: Can I recycle paperboard containers like OJ cartons or Pringles cans which appear to be lines with something shiny and silver?
Answer: No.  These items contain a wax-like coating that makes them non recyclable.

Thanks to Amanda Pratt of Rumpke for the facts!

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