Local guidance

Shanghai, China

Shanghai uses four household-waste categories: recyclables, hazardous waste, wet waste and dry waste.

Collection and sorting guidance

Household collection

Sort household waste into the category required for the premises and follow local delivery times.

Recycling and reuse

Place accepted reusable or recyclable paper, plastic, glass, metal and textiles in the recyclable route.

Food and garden waste

Wet waste covers the biodegradable food-related fraction identified by the city; drain liquids and remove unsuitable packaging.

Special waste

Hazardous waste uses a separate route. Dry waste is the residual category after recyclable, hazardous and wet waste have been removed.

Before you dispose of an item

  • Check the official source for the exact address and collection day.
  • Confirm accepted materials, opening hours and access conditions before travelling.
  • Keep batteries, electronics, chemicals and medicines out of ordinary household waste.

Official sources