Blue
Local sorting guide
Reykjavik, Iceland bin colours.
Use the colour, printed label and scope together. The guide below does not replace address-specific collection schedules.
Quick sorting reference
What goes in each colour
Green
Plastic packaging
Accepted plastic packagingReykjavik household bin systemBrown
Food waste
Accepted food scrapsReykjavik household bin systemGrey
Mixed waste
Non-recyclable household wasteReykjavik household bin systemAlways read the label on the actual container. Colours are not globally standardised.
Before using a coloured bin or bag
- Confirm that the guide applies to your municipality, neighbourhood or operator.
- Read the label on the container and check the accepted product format.
- Keep batteries, electronics, chemicals and other special waste out of ordinary household streams.