Special handling required

How to Dispose of Glass Bottles in Seattle, WA

In Seattle, glass bottles follows the same verified program pathway as plastic bags. Plastic bags/film are not Seattle curbside recycling. Use store film drop-off.

Category: RecyclingCity program · Seattle Public Utilities — Food & Yard WasteVerified 2026-08-10
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsideDrop-off / special
Fee noteFree (store film drop-off)
PathwayStore film drop-off
Verified2026-08-10
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Curbside pickupNo / special call or drop-off required
Average tipping feeFree (store film drop-off)
Hazardous ratingLow
Nearest facility typeStore film drop-off
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-10

Common questions

Same channel as plastic bags?

Yes — same city/county program; confirm acceptance for unusual sizes or commercial loads.

Source?

Based on Seattle Public Utilities — Food & Yard Waste (audited).

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Need pickup in Seattle?

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