Not Yet Recyclable
Dispose of packages with the Not Yet Recyclable label in the trash. Less than 20% of Americans and Canadians can recycle this package or significant challenges exist in sortation, reprocessing, or end markets.
Recyclability Designations
Learn more about the Not Yet Recyclable label
When you see the slash through this label, toss the item in the trash! The material, format, or product application deems the package Not Yet Recyclable.
our new pro label
Introducing Our New Do Not Recycle Pro Label
To provide clearer guidance to consumers, we’ve updated the iconography and simplified the language from Not Yet Recyclable to Do Not Recycle. Our consumer research showed a strong preference for more precise instructions – and we delivered!
BEHIND THE SCENES
Forward Progress
In some cases, packages are made of technically recyclable materials, but contamination from food residue or hazardous materials renders them Not Yet Recyclable. It’s important companies include a “Not Yet Recyclable” label to be as transparent with consumers as possible.
Some companies, whose packaging is Not Yet Recyclable, are currently working with our team on Research and Development to redesign their packaging into recyclable formats. This important behind-the-scenes work is happening in real time!