Why can’t shredded paper be recycled in the blue recycling container?
There are a couple of reasons why shredded paper is not accepted in Chandler’s curbside recycling program. Shredded paper, even when bagged, can slow down the sorting process at the recycling facility. Similar to Styrofoam packing peanuts, shredded paper mixes in with other recyclable materials and becomes a contaminant.
There are a couple of reasons why shredded paper is not accepted in Chandler’s curbside recycling program. Shredded paper, even when bagged, can slow down the sorting process at the recycling facility. Similar to Styrofoam packing peanuts, shredded paper mixes in with other recyclable materials and becomes a contaminant. We realize the importance of securing and destroying confidential mail. Please be selective and shred those materials that include confidential/personal information, and recycle non-essential paper materials. For details on where to recycle shredded paper, visit Paper Retriever Recycling for a bin near you.
