Hungryroot 101: Recycling Your Packaging
Your delivery has arrived safe and sound, and you’ve filled your fridge and pantry with all the goods. Now that your packaging has done its job, let’s make sure to do ours: getting rid of the refuse sustainably and safely.
What do I do with my Ice Packs/Cooling packs?
Nutri-Ice *
Rinse clean and check for local store drop-off programs that accept this material. If not available, discard in regular trash. This ice is a balanced fertilizer and can be used to feed your plants - we recommend diluting at least 4:1 with water before use.
Creative Packaging Ice *
Rinse clean and check for local store drop-off programs that accept this material. If not available, discard in regular trash. This ice is a nitrogen-based fertilizer and can be used to feed your plants - we recommend diluting at least 6:1 with water before use.
BRIQ Paper Gel Pack
Discard this pack in your regular trash or according to the directions on the pack.
* Contains drain-safe gel
Is your packaging recyclable?
Our shipping box, food protector, and paper cooler are all recyclable! Simply place them in your curbside recycling bin with your cardboard and paper materials. If you’re unsure whether your local program accepts these materials, check with your municipal recycling provider. There are also many creative ways to reuse our packaging materials in our Facebook community page!
To recycle or dispose of food packaging, be sure to check the package for instructions.
Looking for a recycling center near you? Just search for your zip code and the packaging type here!
Now that you’ve done your part to keep your packaging out of landfills, it’s time to make sure your food doesn’t end up there either. The great news? We’ve built tactics for reducing food waste right into how Hungryroot works, so you’ve already got a head start. Pretty cool, huh?
If you’re looking for even more ways to cut down on food waste, get inspired by these tasty ways to use your leftovers. Here’s to delicious, sustainable eating!