How do I recycle insulated boxes and packaging?

We care about the environment and want to make it easy for you to recycle or reuse our packaging. Here's a quick guide on how to handle each item:

Delivery Boxes

Materials: Made from sturdy corrugated cardboard.

Cardboard Recycling: After unpacking your meals, simply break down the box and recycle it with your other paper and cardboard products. Note: Our delivery boxes are not part of the Returnable Packaging Program.

Liners

Materials: Composed of 90% paper and cornstarch, with non-toxic additives to keep your meals cold and safe.

Home Recycling: The liners can be recycled along with your cardboard box. Just place them in your home recycling bin.

Ice Packs

We use two different ice packs depending on your area.

Gel Pack: Filled with a water-based gel and wrapped in recyclable low-density polyethylene (#4).

Brown Pack: [confirm specs]

Returnable Packaging Program: You can return the packs with your next order or keep them for your own use. Just make sure they are not damaged or leaking (for the sake of our driver’s vehicles 🙏).

Disposal: If a gel pack gets damaged, let it thaw completely, dispose of the non-toxic gel in the trash, and recycle the plastic bag. We recommend not pouring the gel down the drain to prevent clogs.

Meal Trays

Materials: Crafted from eco-friendly bagasse (sugar cane fiber pulp) and coated with biodegradable PLA film.

Composting: If you have access to industrial composting, the trays can be composted.

Paper Recycling: If composting isn't an option, clean the trays and recycle them with paper products.

Seals: The seals aren't recyclable or compostable, so please toss them in the trash.

Meal Tray Sleeves

Materials: Made from fully bleached fibers from hardwood and softwood.

Recycling: Just drop them in your recycling bin! Check local guidelines to see if you need to crush them first.

Containers

Black Lid Containers: Made from PET with non-reusable black PET lids.

PET Recycling: These can be recycled where PET materials are accepted. Check with your local recycling program.

Sauce Containers: Made from 100% polypropylene, perfect for reuse.

Reuse or Recycle: These containers are sturdy and great for repurposing. If you choose to recycle, just clean them and put them in the recycling bin.

We hope this guide makes it easier for you to enjoy your meals while also caring for our planet. Thank you for being part of our CookUnity community!