Please place cartons in your landfill container.

Milk & juice cartons (including Tetra Paks) are categorized as aseptic containers. Because recycling options are limited for aseptics, no carton containers are accepted for recycling in Burbank’s curbside or drop off programs, even if the packaging says it’s “recyclable“. 

Shop for Alternatives: 

For a more recyclable option, consider containers made from #1 or #2 plastic, especially those with traditional labels, avoiding full body shrink sleeve labels where possible. (Shrink sleeve labels are a marketing gimmick that mummify perfectly fine recyclable bottles and containers but add costs to recycling operations).

MARKETING CLAIM CONFUSION OF Recyclable vs. Recycled:

Unfortunately, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rules for recycling claims are very loose.  

“If recycling facilities for a product are not available to at least 60 percent of consumers or communities, a marketer can state, “This product may not be recyclable in your area.” If recycling facilities for a product are available to only a few consumers, a marketer should use stronger qualifying language: “This product is recyclable only in the few communities that have appropriate recycling programs.”

Misleading or confusing claims of recyclability on packaging (what the Federal Trade Commission currently allows) is a problem but always check with your local recycling program to confirm what they actually accept.