a pile of this All Plastic Packaging waste stream that can be recycled Within this bag you can recycle from 13 to 33-gallons of "All Plastic Packaging."

This waste stream includes Air packaging, bubble wrap, padded envelopes, padded mailers, cereal bag liners, food storage containers, takeout containers, candy wrappers, snack wrappers, plastic shopping bags, Ziploc® bags, plastic wrap, and shrink wrap.

Note: You are free to change the use of this bag to any ONE of the 6-12 streams that are accepted within our Vokashi Zero-Waste Service Bags (see: Waste Streams tab above). REMEMBER, ONLY ONE WASTE STREAM PER BAG!

Collection Fee: We charge a Collection Fee for dropping off, picking up, or both (Collection Fee) based on the borough:

Brooklyn - $75
Queens - $100
Manhattan, Staten Island, or the Bronx - $125 (plus, any Congestion Surcharge, TBD.)

All Plastic Packaging Waste Stream FAQ:

What items are accepted in the All Plastic Packaging bag?

Accepted Items: Air packaging, bubble wrap, padded envelopes, padded mailers, cereal bag liners, food storage containers, takeout containers, candy wrappers, snack wrappers, plastic shopping bags, Ziploc® bags, plastic wrap, and shrink wrap.

What items are not accepted in the All Plastic Packaging bag?

NOT Accepted: Glass, wood, foamed plastics, biodegradable plastics, and PLA (so-called, biodegrade plastics).

How do I fill the bags?

Each bag is designed to hold a single waste stream. Please make sure to fill the bag with only the specified waste stream and avoid mixing different waste types. Seal the bag using the self-sealing pull-off strip. If you are using this bag for the All Plastic Packaging Waste Stream, and make sure to check off the “All Plastic Packaging” checkbox on the front of the Zero Waste Bag.

How are the "All Plastic Packaging" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

Still have Questions? Click on the "General FAQ" for more info on using the Vokashi Zero-Waste Bag Service. Or, click on the "Support & Help" tab to get your questions answered by email. Or book a 30-minute Consultant / Assessment / Advisor Zoom Session.

Vokashi Intro Consultation Offer FAQ:

What's the Vokashi Intro Consultation Offer all about?

A Vokashi Zero-Waste expert will either come out to your location to answer your specific recycling questions (10-minute meeting)... or, you can participate in a live group zoom where we'll go over how to use your service, all of the waste-streams (includes 10-minutes per participant 1-on-1 time).

How much does a Vokashi Intro Consultation Offer cost?

Your first intro-meeting is free with your $200+ initial purchase of our Vokashi Zero-Waste Service Bags! This gift will be automatically added to your cart when your initial purchase totals $200 or more.

What if my purchase is less than $200 or I want more time?

If your initial purchase is less, or if you want to book additional meetings, we offer three types of meeting services:

In-person Meetings (Initial 45-Minutes, $120)
1-on-1 Zoom Session (Initial 30-Minutes, $60)
Group Advisor Zoom Session (1-Hour, $25)

Vokashi Zero-Waste Service General FAQ:

How can I order the Vokashi Zero-Waste Bags?

You can order the Vokashi Zero-Waste Bags right here from Vokashi directly or from an authorized "Vokashi Community Zero-Waste Collector" in your area.

What do I do when my bag is full?

When the Vokashi Zero Waste Bag is full, seal it, then log in to your Vokashi account to either buy replacement bags (which included a pick-up of full bags and a drop-off of fresh bags) or pay for an extra pick-up. It's most economical and reduces your carbon footprint to buy plenty of bags and wait until you have several full bags before you buy more and/or schedule a pick-up, as there's a fee to come out to your location.

How much do you charge to Pick-up Full Bags and/or Drop-off Fresh Ones?

Collection Fee: We charge a Collection Fee for dropping off, picking up, or both (Collection Fee) based on the borough:

Brooklyn - $75
Queens - $100
Manhattan, Staten Island, or the Bronx - $125 (plus, any Congestion Surcharge, TBD.)

I'm a Vokashi Compost Customer, Can I give my Bags to the Compost Collection Driver?

YES! If you are a Vokashi Composting Customer, give the Vokashi Zero-Waste Bags to the Vokashi collection team member, following your normal collection procedure (e.g. at your doorstep), and we’ll pick it up at the scheduled time. When you receive your compost collection email, kindly reply to let us know how many of each bag you are having collected. Ask your Vokashi representative if any added Collection Fee will apply (vehicles have limited space).

How do I indicate the waste stream on the bag?

After buying a Vokashi Zero-Waste Service Bag, simply place a check mark on the outside of the bag within the designated white box that indicates the name of the waste stream.

How do I arrange for a pickup of the filled bags?

If you ordered Vokashi Zero-Waste Service Bags directly from Vokashi, you could arrange for a pickup by Vokashi itself, and we will charge a pick-up fee based on the borough. If you purchased the bags from a Vokashi Community Zero-Waste Collector, they would handle the pickup, and the pickup fee will be arranged in advance or negotiated directly with them.

Can I reuse the bags?

The Vokashi Zero-Waste Service Bags are designed for a single use. Once the bags are filled and collected, they will be properly recycled along with the waste stream they contain.

What happens to the waste streams in the bags?

The cost of recycling the waste stream is included in the price of our Vokashi Zero-Waste Bags. After collection, Vokashi ensures that the waste is properly processed and recycled through our TerraCycle partner's waste management system. TerraCycle guarantees that they recycle all compliant materials that are collected. The items are received by material recovery partners, where they are sorted into individual material components. Each material is then recycled into a raw format that can be used to make new products.

These Large or X-Large, 13 or 33-Gallon Vokashi Zero-Waste Service Bags accept ONLY ONE OF the following 12 waste streams:

Order one Large, 13-Gallon Bag or one X-Large, 33-Gallon Bag for each of these Streams that you will be recycling!

Note: six of the Large sized waste stream bags are also available in the X-Large sized-bags. The X-Large bags maximize efficiency while reducing the carbon footprint for collections and greatly reduces costs.

1. All Plastic Packaging (most popular!)

This stream is available in either X-Large, 33-gallon or Large, 13-gallon capacities.

What items are accepted in the All Plastic Packaging bag?

Accepted items: Air packaging, bubble wrap, padded envelopes, padded mailers, cereal bag liners, food storage containers, takeout containers, candy wrappers, snack wrappers, plastic shopping bags, Ziploc® bags, plastic wrap, and shrink wrap.

What items are not accepted in the All Plastic Packaging bag?

NOT Accepted: Glass, wood, foamed plastics, biodegradable plastics, and PLA (so-called, biodegrade plastics).

How are the "All Plastic Packaging" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

2. Fabrics & Clothing

This stream is available in only in the Large, 13-gallon capacity.

What items are accepted in the Fabrics & Clothing bag?

Accepted items: Textiles, fabric, and clothing.

What items are not accepted in the Fabrics & Clothing bag?

NOT Accepted: Textiles with fill, liners, shoes, bags, hats, electronic heating blankets, and purses.

How are the "Fabrics & Clothing" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Textiles are separated by fabric type, then shredded, and recycled into raw material. Natural fiber textiles like cotton are turned into "shoddy," or insulation. Synthetic and mixed fiber textiles are used as filler for products such as mattresses, pet bedding, and sports equipment. Metal is mechanically separated and is sent for metal smelting and can be used to produce a variety of metal products.

3. Food & Drink Pouches

This stream is available in either X-Large, 33-gallon or Large, 13-gallon capacities.

What items are accepted in the Food & Drink Pouches bag?

Accepted items: Any size of flexible aluminum food pouches, flexible aluminum drink pouches, flexible plastic food pouches, flexible plastic drink pouches, flexible plastic with aluminum food pouches, and flexible plastic with aluminum drink pouches.

What items are not accepted in the Food & Drink Pouches bag?

NOT Accepted: Juice boxes, plastic containers, and other beverage containers.

How are the "Food & Drink Pouches" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

4. Milk & Juice Cartons

This stream is available in either X-Large, 33-gallon or Large, 13-gallon capacities.

What items are accepted in the Milk & Juice Cartons bag?

Accepted items: Coated paper beverage cartons, coated paper milk cartons, coated paper juice cartons, coated paper lemonade cartons, coated paper iced tea cartons, coated paper ice cream cartons, and other freezer item cartons.

What items are not accepted in the Milk & Juice Cartons bag?

NOT Accepted: Paper contaminated with food, and organics.

How are the "Milk & Juice Cartons" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded, pulped, and screened to remove plastics. Paper pulp is used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications. Screened plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

5. Office Supplies

This stream is available in only in the Large, 13-gallon capacity.

What items are accepted in the Office Supplies bag?

Accepted items: Desk organizers, binder clips & fasteners, correction supplies, label backing, paper cutters, card filers, binders, staplers, pens, markers, scissors, and tape dispensers.

What items are not accepted in the Office Supplies bag?

NOT Accepted: Lithium-ion batteries, oil-based paint & pressurized canisters, expired medication, organics, broken glass, pesticides, biomedical waste & sharps, and light bulbs of any kind.

How are the "Office Supplies" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications.

6. Party Supplies & Disposables

This stream is available in either X-Large, 33-gallon or Large, 13-gallon capacities.

What items are accepted in the Party Supplies & Disposables bag?

Accepted items: Tissue paper, straws, ribbons & bows, napkins, storage containers, party decorations, punch bowls, single-use cups, single-use plates, and single-use utensils.

What items are not accepted in the Party Supplies & Disposables bag?

NOT Accepted: Electronic products, food & beverage containers, permanent glassware, and permanent flatware.

How are the "Party Supplies & Disposables" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

7. Pet Food Packaging

This stream is available in either X-Large, 33-gallon or Large, 13-gallon capacities.

What items are accepted in the Pet Food Packaging bag?

Accepted items: Flexible multi-layered pet food packaging.

What items are not accepted in the Pet Food Packaging bag?

NOT Accepted: Pet accessories, and pet food.

How are the "Pet Food Packaging" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean, sorted plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications.

8. Shoes & Footwear

This stream is available in only in the Large, 13-gallon capacity.

What items are accepted in the Shoes & Footwear bag?

Accepted items: Sandals, boots, shoes, and heels.

What items are not accepted in the Shoes & Footwear bag?

NOT Accepted: Ski boots, inline skates, shoelaces, and socks.

How are the "Shoes & Footwear" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Footwear is size-reduced through shredding and grinding The resulting material is sorted into four main categories: Metals, textiles, mixed synthetic materials, and synthetic rubbers and foams. The metals are smelted and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing (e.g., metal sheeting, ingots, or bar stock; application examples are sheeting, nuts, bolts and other formed metal parts). The textiles are used as filler via textile recycling. The mixed synthetic materials are further size-reduced, and the mixed material compound can be used as filler in extruded product applications such as composite lumber and sheeting; these applications can tolerate a wide range of plastics and impurities. The synthetic foams and rubbers are recycled for flooring applications, such as, synthetic sports flooring, fields, and industrial matting.

9. Sporting Goods

This stream is available in only in the Large, 13-gallon capacity.

What items are accepted in the Sporting Goods bag?

Accepted items: Training equipment, netting, sports clothing, sports safety equipment, cones, yoga mats, resistance accessories, whistles, and sports bags.

What items are not accepted in the Sporting Goods bag?

NOT Accepted: Live bait, fish, and large gym machines.

How are the "Sporting Goods" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

10. Styrofoam™ (popular item!)

This stream is available in either X-Large, 33-gallon or Large, 13-gallon capacities.

What items are accepted in the Styrofoam™ bag?

Accepted items: Styrofoam™ shipping packaging, and Styrofoam food packaging.

What items are not accepted in the Styrofoam™ bag?

NOT Accepted: Containers contaminated with food, and organics.

How are the "Styrofoam™" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

>Materials are heated to remove inert gases. Then they are shredded and cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. The material is mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

11. Toys

This stream is available in only in the Large, 13-gallon capacity.

What items are accepted in the Toys bag?

Accepted items: Plastic building blocks, puzzle pieces, electronic handheld devices, electronic plush toys, flexible packaging, board games, playing cards, plastic & metal figures, and remote-control vehicles.

What items are not accepted in the Toys bag?

NOT Accepted: Toys with batteries still inside.

How are the "Toys" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are size-reduced through shredding. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Wood materials are shredded and mixed with other wood to make recycled wood blends. Electronics are recycled as e-waste. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications.

12. Used Cleaning Supplies

This stream is available in either X-Large, 33-gallon or Large, 13-gallon capacities.

What items are accepted in the Used Cleaning Supplies bag?

Accepted items: Dustpans, empty spray bottles, empty detergent bottles & nozzles, empty cleaning product bottles, lid tops, dryer sheets, brooms, mops, and buckets.

What items are not accepted in the Used Cleaning Supplies bag?

NOT Accepted: Solvents, drain cleaners, oven cleaners, disinfectant, toilet cleaners, detergents, fabric softeners, aerosol cans, bleach, all-purpose cleaners, and degreasers.

How are the "Used Cleaning Supplies" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Clean, sorted plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated.

Please note that some bags accept overlapping waste streams, maximizing efficiency and reducing costs.

Vokashi Zero-Waste Recycling FAQ:

How are the "All Plastic Packaging" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Cigarette Butts" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

The butts are shredded and cleaned to remove contaminants. Then they are separated into tobacco, paper, and cellulose acetate filters. Tobacco and paper are dried and mixed with other organic materials to create compost. The filters are dried and turned into a powder that’s used to make plastic products.

How are the "Coffee Capsules" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Capsules are shredded and screened. The coffee grounds are composted, and the remaining materials are cleaned. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. The clean plastics are sorted by material and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Corks" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Natural corks are separated by density through vibratory screening and used in sheeting for floor and mat applications. Synthetic corks are size-reduced and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Cosmetics Packaging" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and washed. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are sorted by material type and then mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Eyewear" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are sorted by material type and then mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Fabrics & Clothing" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Textiles are separated by fabric type, then shredded, and recycled into raw material. Natural fiber textiles like cotton are turned into "shoddy," or insulation. Synthetic and mixed fiber textiles are used as filler for products such as mattresses, pet bedding, and sports equipment. Metal is mechanically separated and is sent for metal smelting and can be used to produce a variety of metal products.

How are the "Food & Drink Pouches" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Ink & Toner Cartridges" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

When possible, cartridges are cleaned and refilled. Otherwise, they’re recycled. When recycled, the cartridges are shredded and cleaned. Clean, sorted plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Media Storage" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Clean, sorted plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Milk & Juice Cartons" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded, pulped, and screened to remove plastics. Paper pulp is used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications. Screened plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Office Supplies" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications.

How are the "Oral Care packaging" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications.

How are the "Party Supplies & Disposables" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "PPE - Masks & Gloves (Personal Protective Equipment)" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

If necessary, waste is first quarantined. Then, all materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Pet Food Packaging" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean, sorted plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications.

How are the "Plastic Bottle Caps" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are shredded and then cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. Clean plastics are sorted by material type and then mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Shoes & Footwear" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Footwear is size-reduced through shredding and grinding The resulting material is sorted into four main categories: Metals, textiles, mixed synthetic materials, and synthetic rubbers and foams. The metals are smelted and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing (e.g., metal sheeting, ingots, or bar stock; application examples are sheeting, nuts, bolts and other formed metal parts). The textiles are used as filler via textile recycling. The mixed synthetic materials are further size-reduced, and the mixed material compound can be used as filler in extruded product applications such as composite lumber and sheeting; these applications can tolerate a wide range of plastics and impurities. The synthetic foams and rubbers are recycled for flooring applications, such as, synthetic sports flooring, fields, and industrial matting.

How are the "Sporting Goods" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Styrofoam™" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are heated to remove inert gases. Then they are shredded and cleaned to remove residual product or other contaminants. The material is mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Toys" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are size-reduced through shredding. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Wood materials are shredded and mixed with other wood to make recycled wood blends. Electronics are recycled as e-waste. Plastics are cleaned, sorted, and mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated and paper manufacturing applications.

How are the "Water Filters" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

Materials are size reduced, and the carbon filter media is sorted. Carbon is then reused as a colorant, for example. Shredded plastics are cleaned to remove residual carbon or other contaminants. Clean, sorted plastics are then mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

How are the "Used Cleaning Supplies" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Clean, sorted plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends. Sorted papers are pulped and used for secondary corrugated.

How are the "Wires & Cords" items I send to Vokashi Recycled by TerraCycle?

All materials are shredded. Metals are sorted, smelted, and formed for use in secondary metals manufacturing. Clean, sorted plastics are mixed with other plastics to make recycled plastic blends.

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Vokashi Intro Consultation Offer FAQ:

What's the Vokashi Intro Consultation Offer all about?

A Vokashi Zero-Waste expert will either come out to your location to answer your specific recycling questions (10-minute meeting)... or, you can participate in a live group zoom where we'll go over how to use your service, all of the waste-streams (includes 10-minutes per participant 1-on-1 time).

How much does a Vokashi Intro Consultation Offer cost?

Your first intro-meeting is free with your $200+ initial purchase of our Vokashi Zero-Waste Service Bags! This gift will be automatically added to your cart when your initial purchase totals $200 or more.