Can you recycle yogurt cups?
It depends on your area
Whether you can recycle yogurt cups depends on your local program. Here’s how to tell and what to do.
| Goes in | Curbside recycling |
|---|---|
| Category | 🥤 Plastics |
| Verdict | Depends |
How to prepare yogurt cups
Rinse out residue and check the resin code (usually #5 PP).
Quick checklist before you bin it
- Rinse out residue and check the resin code (usually #5 PP).
- Confirm acceptance on your city or hauler’s recycling list — rules vary.
- Can’t recycle it locally? If #5 isn’t accepted locally, put it in the trash.
Why?
Many programs now take #5 tubs, but acceptance still varies city to city.
Better option
If #5 isn’t accepted locally, put it in the trash.
FAQ: Yogurt cups
Can I put yogurt cups in the curbside recycling bin?
Whether you can recycle yogurt cups depends on your local program. Here’s how to tell and what to do.
How should I dispose of yogurt cups?
Curbside recycling. Rinse out residue and check the resin code (usually #5 PP).
Why isn’t yogurt cups recyclable?
Many programs now take #5 tubs, but acceptance still varies city to city.
What can I do with yogurt cups instead?
If #5 isn’t accepted locally, put it in the trash.