Birmingham recycling & disposal
How to dispose of polystyrene and black plastic trays in Birmingham
Not accepted in household recycling
Birmingham excludes polystyrene and black food trays from its household recycling. The grey bin is for non-recyclable household rubbish, subject to the council’s excluded items.
What to do
- Keep it out of the recycling bin.
- Check council guidance if the item is large or part of building waste.
Official Birmingham City Council guidance
These links are the sources used for this answer. Check them for the latest instructions before disposal.