Recycling foam #6 reduces solid waste, decreases dependency on virgin resources, and prevents pollution. Visit the EPA website to learn more about the benefits of recycling.
Use the map below to find foam #6 recycling throughout North America. This map features drop-off and curbside foam recycling options.
To find a foam recycling center near you, type your address into the map's search bar and hit 'enter.'
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If you operate a foam #6 recycling location not pictured on the map, please contact epsindustry.org to submit your location.
If foam #6 recycling is not currently available in your area, learn how to bring it to your community. Another option is to mail the lightweight material to a regional center for recycling. Visit EPS Industry to learn more about recycling or view a list of EPS mail-back locations.
The foam recycling process is relatively simple and can leverage a city’s existing recycling infrastructure.
Foam #6 products are collected for recycling via a curbside or drop-off program.
Recyclables are delivered to a material recovery facility (MRF).
The foam is compacted into dense bricks.
Compacted foam is recycled into pellets.
Pellets are used to make new products.
Recycling foam #6 reduces solid waste and creates a market for new items we use every day in and around our homes.