Are Crash Lock Boxes Recyclable?
The recyclability of crash lock boxes and why they are one of the greenest packaging choices.
Are they recyclable?
Yes, crash lock boxes are fully recyclable. They are made from corrugated cardboard, which is one of the most widely recycled materials in the UK. Corrugated board has a recycling rate of over 80% in the UK and can be recycled multiple times before the fibres degrade.
Quick answer
Yes, crash lock boxes are fully recyclable through standard kerbside recycling. They are made from corrugated cardboard, one of the most recycled materials in the UK. Flatten them before placing in your recycling bin. For the greenest option, choose boxes made from recycled board with water-based inks. Remove any tape or labels before recycling.
How to recycle them
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Environmental benefits
Each recycling cycle shortens the fibres slightly, but cardboard gets multiple lives before being composted.
Unlike many packaging types, standard crash lock boxes contain no plastic components.
Modern water-based and soy-based inks used on crash lock boxes are fully compatible with recycling processes.
Interested in sustainable options? Read about compostable and recycled board options or plastic-free crash lock packaging.
Eco material options
For maximum sustainability, choose crash lock boxes made from FSC-certified or 100% recycled board, printed with water-based inks, and assembled with PVA adhesive (which is water-soluble and recycling-safe). These choices ensure the entire box is recyclable with no compromise on performance.
Eco-friendly crash lock boxes
Our crash lock boxes are made from recycled corrugated board, printed with eco inks, and fully recyclable through kerbside collections.
Browse crash lock boxesFrequently asked questions
Yes, they are made from corrugated cardboard and are fully recyclable through standard kerbside recycling.
Ideally yes. Small amounts of tape are usually handled by recycling facilities, but removing it helps.
Yes, modern water-based and soy-based inks are compatible with cardboard recycling processes.
Yes, untreated corrugated cardboard is biodegradable and will break down naturally in compost.
Yes, many are made from 70-100% recycled corrugated board without sacrificing structural performance.
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