Can You Recycle Juice Boxes?
It depends
Same rules as milk cartons — check locally
Why
Juice boxes are aseptic cartons: paper, plastic, and a thin aluminum layer. Many curbside programs accept them, but not all facilities can process the multi-layer material.
How to dispose of juice boxes
- Empty completely and give a quick rinse
- Push straws into the trash — they are too small to recycle
- Confirm your program accepts 'aseptic cartons'
Greener option
Buy larger bottles and pour into reusable containers to cut packaging.
♻️ Recycling rules vary by city and hauler — when in doubt, check your local program. You can look up your area on our trash & recycling schedules page.