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Recycle Your Shipping Boxes

Shipping box recycling with free pickup. We collect used corrugated boxes for baling and processing at recycling facilities.

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Recycle Your Shipping Boxes with Repackify

Recycle Shipping Boxes with Repackify

A Sustainable Solution for Your Unwanted Shipping Boxes

If you have old or damaged Shipping Boxes taking up space, Repackify offers an easy and responsible way to recycle them. Instead of sending them to landfills, we help businesses reuse, repair, or repurpose Shipping Boxes, reducing waste and supporting a circular economy.

How Our Shipping Boxes Recycling Program Works

1. Submit Your Shipping Boxes Details

Let us know what types and quantities of Shipping Boxes you need to recycle. We accept various sizes and conditions, including broken or scrap Shipping Boxes.

2. Schedule a Pickup or Drop-Off

For large quantities, we offer bulk Shipping Boxes pickup in select areas. If you prefer, you can also deliver Shipping Boxes to one of our partner facilities.

3. Responsible Processing

We evaluate Shipping Boxes for reuse, repair, or recycling. Usable Shipping Boxes are refurbished, while damaged Shipping Boxes are broken down into recyclable materials.

4. Contribute to Sustainability

By recycling your Shipping Boxes with Repackify, you help reduce landfill waste, conserve resources, and promote a more sustainable supply chain.

What Types of Shipping Boxes Can Be Recycled?

We accept a variety of Shipping Boxes types, including:

Common ECT (Edge Crush Test) Values:

  • ECT-23 (23 lb/in) — light packaging, small items

  • ECT-32 (32 lb/in) — standard boxes for medium loads

  • ECT-40 (40 lb/in) — heavy items and long-distance shipping

  • ECT-44 (44 lb/in) — very heavy items and stacking

  • ECT-48 (48 lb/in) — extreme shipping conditions

  • ECT-51 (51 lb/in) — maximum protection for heavy loads

Typical BCT (Box Compression Test) Values:

  • BCT < 250 lb — light goods, single transports

  • BCT 250-400 lb — medium loads, short-term stacking

  • BCT 400-600 lb — heavy items, long-term storage

  • BCT 600-900 lb — industrial loads, multi-level stacking

  • BCT > 900 lb — extreme conditions, particularly heavy loads

Standardized Box Sizes

ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 3394 series establishes modular dimensions for transport packaging:

  • 47.2" × 31.5" (main European size)

  • 47.2" × 39.4" (main international size)

  • 43.3" × 43.3" (alternative size)

USPS (United States)

  • Small: 8⅝" × 5⅜" × 1⅝"

  • Medium: 11" × 8½" × 5½"

  • Large: 12" × 12" × 5½"

Standard sizes for FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon):

  • Small standard: 15" × 12" × 0.75"

  • Large standard: 18" × 14" × 8"

  • Small oversize: 60" × 30" × 15"

  • Medium oversize: 108" × 30" × 15"

  • Large oversize: 108" × 40" × 80"

If you're unsure whether your Shipping Boxes can be recycled, contact us for an evaluation.

How to Recycle Your Shipping Boxes

Step 1

Tell Us What You Have

Enter your quantity, material condition, and location to get started.

Step 2

Create Your Free Account

Sign up in seconds to track your recycling request and manage pickups from your dashboard.

Step 3

Upload Photos & Schedule Pickup

Add photos and details to your listing. We arrange free pickup and handle processing.

Shipping Boxes We Accept for Recycling

  • Used shipping boxes (all conditions)
  • Damaged or wet corrugated
  • Mixed box size loads
  • Tape and label residue accepted

Shipping Box Recycling Rates

Recycling rates for shipping boxes follow OCC commodity pricing. Large volumes qualify for scheduled pickup and better per-ton rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I schedule shipping box recycling?
Submit your materials through our form with quantity, condition, and location details. We'll respond with recycling options and pickup scheduling.
What condition shipping boxes can be recycled?
We accept shipping boxes in virtually any condition — broken, damaged, end-of-life, and surplus materials all have recycling value.
Is there a cost for recycling pickup?
Pickup terms depend on volume and location. Many qualifying loads are picked up at no charge, and you may receive a rebate for recyclable material. Submit your details for specifics.
Do you provide recycling documentation?
Yes. We provide sustainability documentation for pickups, which can be used for corporate sustainability reporting and waste diversion records.

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