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Home >> Materials >> Paper - Egg Cartons

Material:	Paper - Egg Cartons
Recyclable:	No
Recycling guidelines:	Unfortunately, egg cartons and similar packaging are made of fiber that is too small to effectively recycle. You can easily compost them, eggshells and all, in your compost bin or garden. list of all materials accepted >>
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