NDSWRA - Paper Products

Consumer recycling is typically broken down into two categories: containers (cans, glass, plastic bottles) and fiber (paper products such as newspapers, magazines, corrugated cardboard and office/mixed paper). Below is a description of the fiber products. Here is a brochure (PDF) of the same information.

To locate a community recycling program in your area, see the map of North Dakota.
Corrugated Cardboard Corrugated cardboard is typically the only type of cardboard that can be recycled in North Dakota. Corrugated means it has a wavy layer between two pieces of brown paper. Most shipping boxes are corrugated. Items such as cereal boxes, shoe boxes, pop cases and similar material are called boxboard or paperboard. These are not typically recycled in North Dakota. Find a company or organization that recycles corrugated cardboard. Find out what happens to the cardboard once it is recycled!	Sample of the "wavy edge" of a corrugated cardboard box. Bales awaiting shipment.
Newspapers Newspaper, including the glossy inserts (ads), can be recycled in many communities in North Dakota. Do you remember the "paper drives" that used to occur at local churches? Why not bring them back?! What a great project for a Scouts or other civic group to participate in. Organize one in your town! Find a company or organization that recycles newspapers. Find out what happens to the newspapers once they are recycled!
Magazines Some communities collect magazines for recycling. These are typically glossy or coated. Most programs do not accept thicker catalogs (i.e. Sears or JCPenney) or phone books with the magazines. Find a company or organization that recycles magazines. Find out what happens to the magazines once they are recycled!
Office Paper and Mixed Paper Some communities collect white or pastel colored office paper (i.e. computer paper) for recycling. Some also collect mixed paper or "junk mail" which can include other miscellaneous items you receive in the mail. Find a company or organization that recycles office paper/mixed paper. Find out what happens to the paper once it is recycled!