How to Recycle Envelopes with Plastic Windows?

Envelopes

The little plastic windows on envelopes cannot be recycled. Although modern recycling systems can filter out these windows, its still best to cut out the windows before recycling envelopes.

Can I Recycle Mail with Plastic Windows?

Envelopes with address windows :
Though it doesnt hurt to remove the plastic piece, most paper recycling facilities dont have a problem recycling these. During the pulping process, the pieces that dont belong like staples, paperclips and these plastic windows are filtered out.

Do you Need to Remove Plastic Windows from Envelopes before Recycling?

If your envelope has a plastic address window it CAN still be recycled. If your household paper recycling accepts envelopes, you do not need to remove the address window - just pop the whole envelope into your paper recycling.

Can Envelopes with Plastic Windows be Recycled with Paper?

Envelopes with plastic windows can be recycled. The paper from these envelopes is the exact type of material that is perfect for recycling. The plastic in the window CAN be recycled and will does not need to be removed before "throwing it in the blue bin."

Can you Shred Envelopes with Plastic Windows?

Envelopes with cellophane windows are not recommended to be shredded because they can cause undue jamming. Unopened envelopes should never be passed through the shredder because the thickness may exceed maximum sheet capacity and it may include non-paper items such as credit cards or coins.