Can You Recycle Wire Hangers?
No
Not curbside — return to dry cleaners or scrap
Why
Wire hangers tangle in sorting machinery. Dry cleaners happily take them back, and scrap metal yards accept them in bulk.
How to dispose of wire hangers
- Return wire hangers to any dry cleaner for reuse
- Take large amounts to a scrap metal recycler
- Plastic hangers: donate with clothes or trash — not recyclable
Greener option
Thrift stores often give hangers away free if you need more.
♻️ 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.