The Recycling Process of Can Labels
More than 250 million tons of trash is generated in the United States each year, and recycling is an important part of cutting down on the waste that ends up in landfills. Many items can be recycled, including steel cans, aluminum cans, glass, cardboard, paper, and certain types of plastic. With each item comes specific instructions about how it can be recycled.
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Steel Cans
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Whether steel cans hold vegetable soup, corn, tomato sauce, or dog food, they can be found in most people's homes. The cans are fully recyclable, including the bodies and lids.
Labels
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Most steel cans have paper labels glued to their sides, identifying contents. Some communities allow cans and labels to be recycled together whereas others prefer that labels be removed prior to depositing cans in a recycle bin. It is best to call your local facility to see which approach is preferred.
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Recycle Labels
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If your local recycling center does not allow labels to stay on cans during recycling, you should remove the labels completely. Because labels are made from paper, you can add them to your paper recycling bin.
Recycling Center
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To find a nearby recycling center, you can consult websites such as Earth 911.com, which allow you to use a search function to locate the closest facility.
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References
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