Can You Recycle Toothbrushes?
No
No — mixed materials, too small
Why
Toothbrushes combine nylon bristles, plastic handles, and sometimes rubber — no curbside system can process them.
How to dispose of toothbrushes
- Trash old toothbrushes, or save them as cleaning brushes first
- Oral-care mail-in recycling programs accept brushes, tubes, and floss picks
- Electric brush heads: same story — trash or mail-in
Greener option
Bamboo brushes with removable bristles can be composted (handle only).
♻️ 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.