Which bin for polystyrene?
Polystyrene (trays, protective packaging, packing chips, etc.) does not go in the yellow bin , except in local cases.
In the majority of cases in France, polystyrene must be thrown in the household waste bin (grey or green bin depending on the city), because it is not recycled through conventional channels.
These specific sorting rules can create confusion on a daily basis. To avoid mistakes and optimize your waste sorting , it's essential to be well organized. Dual-compartment bins make it easy to separate recyclables and household waste, while dedicated kitchen bins make it easier to sort food packaging like polystyrene trays on a daily basis.
🧐 Attention :
❌ Never put expanded polystyrene in the recycling bin (yellow bin), unless your municipality expressly authorizes it.
♻️ Some recycling centers accept clean polystyrene in large quantities.
🍽️ Dirty polystyrene food trays always go in the regular trash.
In summary:
🗑️ Grey/green bin (household waste) → the general rule
🏭 Recycling center → for large volumes or clean packaging
🔍 Check local guidelines on your municipality's website
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