Can you recycle cd and dvd cases?

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Donate with discs; some councils accept hard plastic cases at recycling centres

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Jewel cases are polystyrene plastic (PS) which most kerbside schemes don't accept, though some councils take rigid plastics at recycling centres. The paper inlays can be removed and recycled. The best route for cases with discs is donation to charity shops or selling via Music Magpie-style services — complete items have reuse value.

Tips

  • Sell or donate complete CDs/DVDs rather than splitting them
  • Paper inlays go in paper recycling

Which bin does it go in?

Donate with discs; some councils accept hard plastic cases at recycling centres Exact rules depend on your council — check its website or look up your postcode below.

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Councils can use different containers and accepted-item lists.

Background: Plastic numbers 1–7 explained.

Also searched as: jewel cases, DVD boxes, game cases.

✓ Checked against current UK guidance: 14 Jul 2026. Spot an error or an out-of-date rule?

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