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Recycling Packing Supplies

Let Pak Mail help you recycle your packing supplies

It's Easy to Be Green

Pak Mail is committed to protecting the environment. We provide consumers with convenient locations to recycle loose fill or pallets.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the popularity and necessity of recycling everyday materials has grown dramatically in 20 years. Americans recycle 32.5 percent of their waste –almost double what it was 15 years ago.

Select Pak Mail locations participate in the Peanut Hotline, a recycle and reuse initiative launched by the Plastic Loose Fill Council. Participating locations offer a convenient drop-off point for packing peanuts, giving consumers an environmentally friendly way to dispose of plastic loose fill. This reuse program helps reduce waste, conserve resources, and keep packing materials out of landfills. Contact your local Pak Mail to see if this service is available near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How can I dispose of wooden shipping pallets?
    1. Wooden shipping pallets can often be recycled or repurposed. Contact local recycling centers or pallet recycling companies for more information.
  2. Are packing peanuts reusable?
    1. Yes, packing peanuts can be reusable! Reusing packing peanuts is a great way to reduce waste and extend the life of these shipping materials.
  3. What types of shipping supplies can I recycle at Pak Mail?
    1. Recyclable options vary by location. Contact your local Pak Mail to find out what items they accept.

Locate a Pak Mail Drop-Off Site

To find the nearest Pak Mail store, visit our Store Locator.