Bin Collection Day

Which bin for yoghurt pots?

Usual answer in the UK

Recycling Mixed recycling bin

Yoghurt pots go in mixed recycling in almost every UK area.

How to prepare it

Rinse, and put the foil lid in metal recycling or general waste.

Does every council do this?

Most councils follow the answer above, but bins and sorting rules are set locally, and a few councils still do things differently. If your bin has a sticker, or your council sent a leaflet, follow that. Enter your postcode to go straight to your council's guidance.

More items that usually go to the recycling bin

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