Whenever possible, we choose shipping materials that are eco-friendly, whether that means they are made from recycled content, are easily recyclable, or are biodegradable. For small, lightweight items we use kraft paper mailers. They contain 90% post-consumer content, are curbside recyclable, and are compostable (though recycling is recommended over composting!).Our boxes are made with 200lb corrugated cardboard, which is lightweight but sturdy. By using good-quality boxes, our hope is that they can be reused and repurposed before ultimately being recycled. Packing material inside the box is usually a combination of new kraft paper (made from 100% recycled content, recyclable, and biodegradable) and clean, repurposed packing material that we receive in shipments from our vendors. Repurposed materials are often paper-based, but may occasionally include plastic components such as air pillows or bubble wrap when they are the best available option for filling empty space in a box. On rare occasions, we may need to use new plastic bubble wrap to protect highly breakable items. Remember that bubble wrap should not be placed in your recycling bin, but can be recycled anywhere plastic film is accepted. We use water-activated shipping tape that is made from 50% recycled paper. It’s recyclable, biodegradable, and requires less material per seal than pressure-sensitive polypropylene (clear packing) tape.