Collection Separate Waste Disposal 2026.09.29

Separating Packaging Materials for Delivery: Folding Boxes and Disposing of Cushion Materials Separately

Ten Simple Ways to Avoid Throwing Out Labels, Tape, Air Caps, and Styrofoam All at Once

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Just because you set out your delivery box for paper recycling doesn't mean the entire packaging gets automatically recycled. If the invoice, tape, plastic bags, and cushioning materials are still attached, it burdens the sorting process. In particular, climate-controlled boxes with aluminum linings, fruit nets, and contaminated styrofoam shouldn't be classified as paper and expanded polystyrene based solely on their appearance.

This list organizes ten types of packaging materials according to the order of separating them right after opening the box. Be sure to remove invoices containing personal information first, and fold or reduce the volume of clean paper and plastic before disposal. Note that collection methods can differ between apartment complexes and individual houses, so check your local guidelines for the collection days of styrofoam and plastic waste as well.

Regular Corrugated Delivery Box

Regular Cardboard Delivery Box

For regular cardboard delivery boxes, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under cardboard, and the primary disposal method is as paper waste. Before throwing it away, remove any invoices, tape, and metallic fasteners, and flatten the box. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, parts that are wet or contaminated with grease should be sorted as general waste. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 골판지 배출 방법 종이류 버리기 전에 송장·테이프·철핀을 제거하고 펼쳐 접는다. 주의할 점 젖거나 기름에 오염된 부분은 종량제로 분리한다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Delivery Invoice Sticker

For delivery invoice stickers, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under thermal paper and adhesive, and the primary disposal method is as general waste bags. Before throwing it away, make sure to shred it finely so personal information is not visible. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, do not dispose of them as paper waste while still attached to the box. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 감열지·접착제 배출 방법 종량제봉투 버리기 전에 개인정보가 보이지 않게 잘게 찢어 제거한다. 주의할 점 상자에 붙인 채 종이류로 배출하지 않는다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Packaging Vinyl Tape

Packaging Plastic Tape

For packaging plastic tape, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under adhesive plastic, and the primary disposal method is as general waste bags. Before throwing it away, remove as much as possible from the box. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, do not mix it with either plastic waste or paper waste. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 접착 비닐 배출 방법 종량제봉투 버리기 전에 상자에서 가능한 한 모두 떼어낸다. 주의할 점 폐비닐류와 종이류 어느 쪽에도 섞지 않는다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Paper Cushioning Material

Paper Cushion Material

For paper cushion materials, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under kraft paper, and the primary disposal method is as paper waste if it's clean. Before throwing it away, remove any tape and labels and flatten or gather them together. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, if it is wet or has food residues on it, dispose of it as general waste. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 크라프트지·종이 배출 방법 깨끗하면 종이류 버리기 전에 테이프와 라벨을 제거하고 펼쳐 모은다. 주의할 점 젖었거나 음식물이 묻으면 종량제로 배출한다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Paper Shredded Cushioning Material

Shredded Paper Cushion Material

For shredded paper cushion material, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under cut paper, and the primary disposal method is to place it in a paper bag to avoid scattering according to local paper waste standards. Before throwing it away, remove pieces of plastic and stickers. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, be sure to check the sealing method to prevent scattering during collection. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 잘게 자른 종이 배출 방법 흩어지지 않게 종이봉투에 담아 지역 종이류 기준 버리기 전에 비닐과 스티커 조각을 골라낸다. 주의할 점 수거 과정에서 흩날리지 않도록 밀봉 방법을 확인한다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Air Cap (Bubble Wrap)

Air Caps (Bubble Wrap)

For air caps (bubble wrap), check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under PE plastic, and the primary disposal method is as plastic waste if it's clean. Before throwing it away, remove any tape and invoices, and deflate to reduce volume. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, if oil or adhesives remain, send it as general waste. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 PE 계열 비닐 배출 방법 깨끗하면 비닐류 버리기 전에 테이프와 송장을 떼고 공기를 빼 부피를 줄인다. 주의할 점 기름이나 접착제가 남으면 종량제로 보낸다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Vinyl Air Pillow

Plastic Air Pillows

For plastic air pillows, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under plastic cushioning material, and the primary disposal method is as plastic waste if it's clean. Before throwing it away, deflate and separate it from other packaging materials. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, check the material labeling and local plastic waste standards. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 비닐 완충재 배출 방법 깨끗하면 비닐류 버리기 전에 공기를 빼고 다른 포장재와 분리한다. 주의할 점 재질 표시와 지역 폐비닐 기준을 확인한다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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White Styrofoam for Packaging

For white styrofoam for packaging, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under expanded polystyrene, and the primary disposal method is clean packaging as expanded resin waste. Before throwing it away, remove tape, labels, and contents, and dry it thoroughly. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, if there are food residues or other contaminants, dispose of it as general waste. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 발포 폴리스티렌 배출 방법 깨끗한 포장용은 발포수지류 버리기 전에 테이프·상표·내용물을 제거하고 깨끗이 말린다. 주의할 점 음식물이나 이물질이 남으면 종량제로 배출한다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Fruit Packing Net

Fruit Packaging Net

For fruit packaging nets, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under expanded synthetic resin, and the primary disposal method is general waste bags. Before throwing it away, remove any fruit remnants. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, do not dispose of it as styrofoam waste. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 발포 합성수지 배출 방법 종량제봉투 버리기 전에 과일 찌꺼기를 제거한다. 주의할 점 스티로폼류로 분리배출하지 않는다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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Foil and Vinyl Insulated Boxes

Foil- and Plastic-Lined Cooling Box

For foil- and plastic-lined cooling boxes, check the material and contamination level before the appearance. This item falls under composite materials of paper, aluminum, and plastic, and the primary disposal method is general waste bags if material separation is not possible. Before throwing it away, separate the outer box from the inner lining where possible. Even with a recycling label, if other materials are attached or contaminants cannot be removed, it may be excluded from collection.

In particular, do not dispose of bonded composite material boxes as cardboard waste. Methods like special specification bags, non-combustible bags, and large waste vary by region, so do not assume they are standardized nationwide. Please refer to the linked official guidance and check the latest standards for your residential local government and apartment collection points before disposing.

재질 종이·알루미늄·비닐 복합재질 배출 방법 재질 분리 불가 시 종량제봉투 버리기 전에 분리 가능한 겉상자와 안감을 각각 나눈다. 주의할 점 접착된 복합재질 상자를 골판지류로 내놓지 않는다. 지역 기준 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

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The easiest way to organize delivery packaging is to separate the invoice, tape, box, and cushioning materials into four bundles right at the moment of opening. Cardboard should be folded after removing other materials, and clean paper cushions can be sent as paper waste. Air caps and plastic air pillows should be free of contaminants, and composite material cooling boxes and fruit nets are excluded from recycling.

Not all white styrofoam is the same. Make sure to distinguish between clean packaging-grade expanded polystyrene and materials that are coated or contaminated with food residues. If your area has a collection service for delivery packaging or ice packs, consider utilizing those reuse options first. It may seem like a small effort, but the process of removing different materials significantly impacts the quality of recycling for paper and plastic.

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Regular Corrugated Delivery Box

골판지 · 종이류 · 송장·테이프·철핀을 제거하고 펼쳐 접는다. · 젖거나 기름에 오염된 부분은 종량제로 분리한다. · 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

Delivery Invoice Sticker

감열지·접착제 · 종량제봉투 · 개인정보가 보이지 않게 잘게 찢어 제거한다. · 상자에 붙인 채 종이류로 배출하지 않는다. · 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

Packaging Vinyl Tape

접착 비닐 · 종량제봉투 · 상자에서 가능한 한 모두 떼어낸다. · 폐비닐류와 종이류 어느 쪽에도 섞지 않는다. · 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

Paper Cushioning Material

크라프트지·종이 · 깨끗하면 종이류 · 테이프와 라벨을 제거하고 펼쳐 모은다. · 젖었거나 음식물이 묻으면 종량제로 배출한다. · 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

Paper Shredded Cushioning Material

잘게 자른 종이 · 흩어지지 않게 종이봉투에 담아 지역 종이류 기준 · 비닐과 스티커 조각을 골라낸다. · 수거 과정에서 흩날리지 않도록 밀봉 방법을 확인한다. · 봉투 종류·수거 품목·배출요일은 거주지 시·군·구의 최신 안내를 확인

Air Cap (Bubble Wrap)