MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ—The Middlesex County Division of Solid Waste Management is adopting a new, simplified approach to plastic recycling in line with updated State guidelines. Residents can now recycle all plastic bottles, jars, jugs, and tubs that are one gallon or less in size, regardless of the number or code printed on the bottom.

Common examples of these plastic items include but are not limited to water, soda, juice, and detergent bottles, mayonnaise jars, yogurt and margarine tubs, and milk jugs. Residents should not recycle cups, plates, pails, buckets, trash bins, or utensils.  

RECYCLING CONTACT INFORMATION FOR RESIDENTS

Residents in Cranbury, Dunellen, Helmetta, Jamesburg, Middlesex, Milltown, Monroe, New Brunswick, North Brunswick, Old Bridge, Piscataway, Plainsboro, Sayreville, South Amboy, South Plainfield, South River, and Spotswood can call their municipal recycling coordinator or the Middlesex County Improvement Authority (MCIA) at 1-800-488-6242 or 609-655-5141 to find their local pickup schedule and setout requirements.

Residents in Carteret, East Brunswick, Edison, Highland Park, Metuchen, Perth Amboy, South Brunswick, and Woodbridge should contact their municipal recycling coordinator to find their local pickup schedule and recycling details.

MAKE RECYCLING EVEN EASIER WITH RECYCLE COACH

Residents are also encouraged to download the Recycle Coach app to help manage recycling and solid waste. The app offers a personalized collection schedule, custom pickup reminders, County and partner organizations’ events, and an easy-to-use “What Goes Where?” search tool.

For more information on recycling plastics and other items, please call 732-745-4170, email solidwaste@co.middlesex.nj.us, or visit middlesexcountynj.gov/recycle.

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