Plastic Recycling Services for Sydney Businesses
Dedicated collection for rigid plastics, drums, pallets and industrial film — sorted by resin type and diverted from landfill, with the right bin size and schedule for your site.
Rigid plastics and industrial film sorted for reprocessing
What Are Plastic Recycling Services?
Plastic recycling services collect rigid plastic packaging, containers, drums, pallets and stretch wrap or film from your site as a dedicated stream, separate from general waste. Material is transported to a reprocessing facility where it's sorted by resin type — PET, HDPE, PVC, LDPE, PP, PS and other plastics — cleaned, and processed into recycled feedstock, rather than being landfilled.
Clean Waste supplies plastic recycling bins across Sydney, right-sized to your site's volume and material mix, alongside your general waste, cardboard and organics streams under one account — with a free assessment to confirm the right setup.
Contamination Is the Biggest Risk to Recycling Rates
Mixed resin types and food residue can turn an otherwise recyclable load into landfill.
Rinse containers and keep resin types separated where possible
Food and liquid residue left in containers, and soft plastics mixed into a rigid plastics bin, are the two most common reasons a load gets downgraded to general waste. A quick rinse and correct bin use keeps your plastics stream genuinely recyclable.
Plastic Recycling That Actually Gets Recycled
A plastics bin only works if the material inside it is clean and correctly sorted enough to reprocess.
From Bin to Reprocessor
Here's what happens to your plastic recycling after collection.
Free Site Assessment
We review your plastics volume and material mix, and recommend the right bin setup.
Bin Delivery
Bins are delivered with clear resin-type signage, ready for use.
Scheduled Collection
Bins are collected on a schedule and transported to a licensed reprocessing facility.
Sorting & Baling
Material is sorted by resin type, cleaned where needed, and baled ready for reprocessing.
Documentation
Recycling volumes are reported back to support your sustainability reporting.
Plastic Types We Collect
Most commercial plastics fall into one of these resin categories, identified by the number inside the recycling triangle.
Plastic Recycling Bin & Bale Options
From a 120L wheelie bin to a compactor for high-volume film and packaging, sized to your site's actual output.
What Can & Can't Go in a Plastic Recycling Bin
Correct sorting keeps loads clean enough for reprocessors to actually take them.
✅ Accepted
- Rigid PET and HDPE bottles and containers, rinsed
- Plastic drums and jerry cans (empty, non-hazardous)
- Plastic pallets and crates
- Stretch wrap and pallet film (as a dedicated stream)
- PP buckets, tubs and industrial containers
- Clean plastic strapping
❌ Not Accepted
- Containers with food or chemical residue not rinsed out
- Plastics that held hazardous substances or chemicals
- PVC piping and construction offcuts (contact us separately)
- General waste or organics mixed in
- Cardboard, paper or glass (use those dedicated streams)
- Polystyrene foam (available as an add-on stream, ask us)
How Plastic Sorting Actually Works
Understanding what happens after collection explains why resin type and cleanliness matter so much.
- Screening and manual pre-sort: Bulky or clearly mis-sorted items are removed first
- Optical sorting: Infrared sensors identify resin type (PET, HDPE, PP, and so on) and separate accordingly
- Washing: Flakes are washed to remove labels, residue and contaminants
- Quality control: Staff check for cross-contamination between resin types
- Baling or pelletising: Sorted material is baled or processed into recycled feedstock for manufacturers
What Drives Your Plastic Recycling Cost
Clear quotes, no hidden fees — and diverting plastics from general waste usually lowers your total bill.
Typical per-lift cost for a 120L–240L plastics bin in Greater Sydney.
Typical per-lift cost for a 660L–1,100L plastics bin in Sydney.
Typical per-lift cost for a 1.1m³–6m³ front lifter or compactor service.
Pricing depends on bin size, frequency, resin mix and location. Some clean, high-volume plastics (baled HDPE or LDPE film) may attract a rebate rather than a collection fee — ask us during your site assessment.
Plastic Recycling for Every Sector
Any business generating rigid plastics, drums, pallets or film benefits from a dedicated recycling stream.
Plastic Recycling Across Greater Sydney
Consistent, on-schedule collection wherever your site is located.
Plastic Recycling Services FAQs
Straight answers to the questions Sydney businesses ask most before setting up a service.
What plastics can be recycled through this service?
Rigid plastics such as PET and HDPE bottles and containers, plastic drums, pallets, crates, PP tubs, and stretch or pallet film (as a separate soft plastics stream) are all collected.
Do containers need to be cleaned before recycling?
Yes. Containers should be rinsed and free of food or liquid residue. Contaminated containers can cause an entire load to be downgraded to general waste.
Can I recycle plastic film and stretch wrap?
Yes, but it needs to be collected as its own dedicated stream separate from rigid plastics, since film is processed differently. We can set this up alongside your rigid plastics bin.
What happens if my plastics bin is contaminated?
Loads containing food residue, mixed resin types, or general rubbish can be downgraded to general waste at the reprocessing facility, at extra cost. Clear signage and staff guidance are the most effective ways to prevent this.
What size bin or bale option do I need?
Small offices and cafés typically use a 120L–240L bin, warehouses and hospitality venues often need 660L–1,100L, and manufacturers or distributors may need a 1.1m³–6m³ front lifter bin or compactor. A free site assessment confirms the right setup for your volume and material mix.
How much does plastic recycling cost in Sydney?
Per-lift costs range from $20–$45 for a 120L–240L bin, $50–$90 for a 660L–1,100L bin, and $90–$220 for a 1.1m³–6m³ front lifter or compactor service in Greater Sydney. High-volume, clean plastics may attract a rebate. Contact us for a free, itemised quote.
Set Up Plastic Recycling Today
Free site assessment. Right-sized bins. Fully documented, every collection.