There is always confusion on preparation guidelines and the system continually changes. This is because the swing arm that picks up the garbage container will sometimes dump the recycling container when picking up or setting down the garbage cart. Waste Management asks that recycling bins be at least 3 feet from the refuse container. This allows the driver to grab the bag and place it in the proper receptacle in the truck. Any paper product that has not contacted food, beverage or bodily functions is acceptable.
Wet paper is sometimes unmarketable.
Containers should be rinsed and placed loose in the bin. Codes are generally found on the bottom of the container. Generally, any container that is rigid, and contained a consumer product, is recyclable. These items are not recyclable. Please throw these away.