Make it recycle ready

Use up any remaining toothpaste.

Where do the toothpaste tubes go?

Toothpaste tubes are separated by material, shredded and melted into hard plastic that can be made into new recycled products.

Waste and recycling during coronavirus (COVID-19)

Household waste and recycling collections will continue as normal. However, council waste and recycling facilities are not open to the public. These facilities include collection, treatment, disposal and transfer stations. They will remain open for commercial contractors only.

If you have unwanted items at home, hold onto them until these facilities re-open. For other options, check the waste and recycling advice for your local council area.

Want to recycle something else?

Search for another item to find out if it can go in your home recycling bin or if it needs to be dropped off somewhere else.