I'd like to find out how to recycle a specific item, how can I do this?

    Our ‘recycle an item’ web pages cover a wide range of items and give details on whether you can recycle them at home or at out-of-home drop-off points.

    Can toothpaste tubes be recycled?

    Please place your empty toothpaste tubes inside your bag or bin for non-recyclable waste. Toothpaste tubes are often made of different types of plastics, as well as a metal layer, which currently makes them difficult to recycle.