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Special Recyclables

Special Recyclables

Many different kinds of materials are recyclable in North Carolina. The Recycling Markets Directory can help in finding outlets for materials and local government recycling programs are also a good source of recycling information on common household recyclables. Additional information is provided on specific materials on this page.  If you have other questions about specific materials, please contact North Carolina's recycling staff.

  • Abandoned Manufactured Homes
  • ABC Containers
  • Agricultural Plastic
  • Asphalt Shingles
  • Banned Materials
  • Electronics
  • Fats, Used Cooking Oils and Grease
  • Fluorescent Lights
  • Household Hazardous Waste
  • Junk Mail
  • Illegal Disposal
  • Oil Filters
  • Oyster Shells
  • Plastic Bottles
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Storm Debris
  • Wooden Pallets

General Recycling Information

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    • ABC Containers
    • Asphalt Shingles
    • Electronics
    • Fats, Used Cooking Oil and Grease
    • Fluorescent Lights and Mercury Thermostats
    • Junk Mail and Phone Books
    • Oil Filters
    • Oyster Shells
    • Plastic Bottles
    • Smoke Detectors
    • Wooden Pallets
  • Other Support and Information

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