Receipt & Shipping Label
Receipts printed on thermal paper contain chemical BPA coatings and cannot be recycled with paper; shred personal info and discard in general trash bags.
How to Dispose (5 Steps)
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Check paper receipts, waiting tickets, and mart slips.
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Tear or shred personal information such as name, phone number, and credit card digits.
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Do not place in paper recycling bins due to chemical thermal coatings.
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Discard inside general municipal trash bags.
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Shipping Label Stickers: Peel adhesive labels off cardboard boxes and discard label in general trash.
Real-World Examples
Credit card & grocery receipts: Tear up personal details, place in general trash bag
Shipping box label sticker: Peel off and throw in general trash, flatten clean box for paper recycling
Movie ticket & bank queue slip: Discard in general trash bag
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can thermal receipts be recycled with paper?
A. No. Thermal receipts are coated with chemical BPA coatings that contaminate paper pulp. Please tear personal info and discard in general trash.