Omaha Recycling Guide
Waxed Paper
Not Accepted
DO NOT place this item in a City of Omaha curbside recycling cart or drop-off site container.
Place all types of waxed paper, including butcher paper and sandwich wraps in the garbage.
Did You Know
Most paper used to wrap foods, including waxed paper, sandwich or deli paper, and butcher paper, is commonly lined with a thin coating of plastic or wax that makes it leak-proof. This lining is very difficult to separate from the paper, making it non-compostable and not easily recycled through traditional methods. To prevent contamination of other recyclables, place this item in the garbage.