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What types of recycling and garbage containers are there?
Recycling containers in Spain are of different colors, which determine the specific category of materials that must be deposited in each one. These colors are part of a standardized system that facilitates the recycling process and waste classification.
Yellow container
It is the yellow plastic container for recycling, here you must deposit bottles, food containers, metal containers (cans, aluminum trays) and tetra brik containers. It is the right place for products considered packaging. Examples: Plastic bottles Plastic bags aluminum trays Foil Plastic transparent film
Blue container
The paper and cardboard container is blue, and is exclusive for throwing away these materials only. This includes newspapers, magazines, cardboard boxes, and other paper products that are not soiled, such as kitchen napkins. We must know that the blue recycling container has a drawing with the recycling symbol. Examples: Paper bags Paper packaging Cardboard boxes paper cups Egg cups (recycled molded fiber) Products made from virgin molded cellulose (molded fiber)
Green Container
What is the green container for or what is thrown into it? The green recycling container is for glass, glass bottles, jars or jars should be placed in it. It is not suitable for glass, it is only for glass. You should not throw away light bulbs, glasses, mirrors... Examples: Glass bottles Jars Food jars
Red Container
The red container, in some places, is assigned for the collection of hazardous or special waste, such as chemicals, batteries or electronic products. It should be used with caution and in accordance with local regulations.
Brown Container
In some regions, brown is used for the container of organic waste and compostable material, such as food scraps and plant material. Examples: plant remains Vegetable skins fruit skins Used paper napkins
Gray Container
This container is for non-recyclable waste, that is, those that cannot be processed efficiently or that are not suitable for recycling. Examples; Diapers Compresses Wet wipes Toys Baby bottles
