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Can wax coated paper cups be recycled?

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I can't say for sure, and I'm happy to be corrected (with proof) but I'm fairly certain there aren't aren't any wax coated cups (it would come off into your drink). read more

Plastic lined paper cups need to be recycled as the plastic liner doesn't break down. To check that it really is wax coated you can try scratching the inside of the cup with your finger nail (you should be able to remove a small layer of wax). read more

You can remove the paper sleeve for coffee cups and recycle that with corrugated cardboard. The plastic lid should be recyclable if your local program accepts #1-7 plastics in non-bottle form. The straw or stirrer should be thrown away. read more

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