Can You Recycle Yogurt Containers?
It depends
#5 plastic — accepted by many but not all programs
Why
Most yogurt tubs are polypropylene (#5), which has a growing recycling market. Larger programs accept them; some smaller ones still only take bottles and jugs.
How to dispose of yogurt containers
- Check if your program accepts 'tubs' or #5 plastics
- Rinse out residue and replace the lid
- Foil lids: trash; the little plastic spoons: trash
Greener option
Tubs are endlessly reusable for leftovers, paint, and organizing hardware.
♻️ 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.