Rice, Grains & Spoiled Rice
Spoiled or insect-infested rice is classified as food waste and belongs in food waste bags. Use special waste sacks for huge quantities.
How to Dispose (5 Steps)
- 1
Check quantity and condition of spoiled or old rice.
- 2
Small to medium amounts (1kg–10kg) go directly into official Food Waste bags.
- 3
If using RFID food waste bins, pour rice into the food waste slot.
- 4
Moldy or insect-infested rice is recyclable into animal feed/compost and is food waste.
- 5
For large bags (20kg+), divide into multiple 10L/20L food waste bags.
Real-World Examples
Old Rice / Insect-Infested Rice: Food waste bag
Moldy Rice / Mixed Grains / Beans: Food waste bag
Empty Cardboard Rice Bag: Paper recycling bin
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How should expired or spoiled raw rice be disposed of?
A. Uncooked rice can be placed in food waste bins (음식물 쓰레기). Do not pour large amounts into household drains.
Q. What about paper or woven plastic rice sacks?
A. Paper rice bags go to paper recycling; woven plastic sacks go to general trash.