WHAT IS RECYCLABLE ?

PAPER

Most paper products from ranging from white paper to carboard is recyclable. The following items are recyclable:

• Cardboard boxes

• Newspaper

• Magazines

• White paper

• Coloured paper

• Cereal boxes and alike 

• Other paper products such as diaries and leaflets 

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If you're unsure whether something is recyclable, contact us

PLASTIC

The resin identification number (No.1-No.7) indicates whether a plastic item is recyclable. BRS accepts the following plastic items:

• Plastic cold drink and water bottles (No.1)

• Milk bottles and cleaning detergent bottles (No.2)

• Hard number 5 plastics such as margarine containers and large yoghurt tubs

• Bread packets and alcohol packaging (No.4)

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BRS does NOT accept

• Clear plastic trays

• Polystyrene (No.6)

• PVC (No.3)

• Chip or crisp packets

• No.7 items (most but not all dog food bags)

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Please download the pamphlet for images of the described items.

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Please RINSE the bottles and containers

TINS AND CANS

BRS recycles all types and size of tins and cans. We accept the following items:

• Light steel food tins 

• Aluminium beverage and beer cans

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We do not accept aluminium food trays 

If you have any questions, get in touch with us!

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Please ensure you RINSE the items 

GLASS

BRS is a passionate recycler of all products, including glass. We accept all colours of glass

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• Glass (food and beverage glass)

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Please ensure you RINSE the items 

TETRAPAK

The recycling of Tetreapak (liquid packaging) is on the rise in South Africa. BRS accepts

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• Long-life milk tetrapak

• Fruit juice boxes

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Please ensure you RINSE the items 

E-WASTE

You can responsibly dispose of your electronic waste with BRS. We accept the following items:

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• Keyboards and mouse

• Desktops and laptops

• Smartphones, PDA's and cellphones 

• Power supplies

• LCD monitors and televisions 

• Printer circuit boards

• Modems

• Gaming systems 

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Unsure whether you can recycle an electronic item? Contact us!

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