Cold Chain Recycling: Corrugated, Fiber, Film and Gel
At Morrisette Packaging, we specialise in innovative Cold Chain Packaging solutions for temperature-sensitive shipments.
Our expertise includes eco-friendly temperature-controlled packaging.
This means Cold Chain Packaging that prioritises both eco-friendly solutions and effective temperature control.
Here are ways to recycle your cold chain packaging components.
To recycle a corrugated box, simply flatten the box and place it with your other cardboard and paper recycling.
Corrugated boxes are a common component of packaging, so proper recycling is important for sustainability.
Natural fiber pads are fully recyclable. Separate them from the poly film and recycle the fibers where #60 cotton is accepted.
You can discard them with your regular trash—rest assured, they are fully biodegradable.
After removing the poly film from the natural fiber pads, recycle the film with your #4 plastic bags. You can easily find nearby drop-off locations using the interactive map below.
Allow the gel packs to melt completely. Then, cut off a corner of the pack, empty the contents into the trash, and recycle the outer plastic covering with your #4 plastics. Handling gel packs correctly helps you maintain the integrity of your Cold Chain Packaging process.
Sustainable cold chain packaging starts with smart material choices and ends with responsible disposal.
By understanding how to recycle corrugated boxes, poly film, gel packs, and natural fiber pads, companies can reduce waste while supporting more efficient, eco-conscious shipping practices.
At Morrisette Packaging, we help businesses build temperature-controlled packaging solutions that protect products, improve operational performance, and align with sustainability goals. We can even show you how you can increase your product’s protection while simultaneously reducing material use. Win/win.
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Find an STA Certified Compost Participant in Your Area:
Need more specific information on how and where to recycle? You may need guidance for Cold Chain Packaging materials in particular.
Use the US Composting Council’s interactive map to learn more about where you can recycle specific items in your area.
