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Office Recycling Containers and Waste Receptacles

Last Updated: 06/07/24
Office Recycling Containers and Waste Receptacles

Recycling containers and waste receptacles are used to collect and transport waste and recyclable materials in offices all across the country -- either in deskside or larger, more centralized containers. These items can be made from recovered paper, plastic or steel.

Product Details

To the maximum extent practicable, federal agencies are required to buy sustainable products, which are products that meet the purchasing program(s) listed below.

If there is more than one program listed below, agencies are directed to prioritize multi-attribute products, which meet statutory purchasing program requirements (asterisk) and one or more required Environmental Protection Agency purchasing programs.

Review our frequently asked questions for more information.

Product Type

Procurement Info

Where to Buy

Paperboard
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  • (25-50% recovered corrugated paper; including 25-50% postconsumer content)
  • (40% postconsumer solid fiber paper boxes)
  • (100% recovered industrial paperboard; including 40-80% postconsumer content)
Plastic
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  • (20-100% postconsumer plastic)
Steel
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  • (25-30% recovered steel; including 16% postconsumer content)
Guiding Principles
Contributes to meeting The Guiding Principles for Sustainable Federal Buildings