Birmingham recycling & disposal
How to dispose of pizza boxes and food-soiled paper in Birmingham
Not accepted in household recycling
Greasy pizza boxes and soiled paper or card are not accepted in Birmingham’s recycling bins. The grey bin is for non-recyclable household rubbish, subject to the council’s excluded items.
What to do
- Keep food-soiled paper and card out of recycling.
- Check the council rubbish-bin exclusions if the item is unusual.
Official Birmingham City Council guidance
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