Cold Chain Packaging
Recycling Instructions
TempSafe™ thermal packaging products are easy to recycle. The guidelines we outline below are intended for general guidance. For proper recycling requirements in your area, please consult with your local municipality for further instructions.
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TempSafe™ BioShield,
EcoShield & WineShield
Recycling Instructions
Both the corrugated box and the cellulose panels are certified for curbside recyclability by Western Michigan University but are not compostable. During the re-pulping process, the cellulose and kraft remains are preserved and used as clean, recycled content for new paper-based recycled products.
Recycle:
- Simply remove the cellulose panels from the corrugated box
- Place both in the curbside recycling bin to ensure proper sorting at your local material recycling facility
- No separation of cellulose and kraft paper required
Reuse:
- Reuse the corrugated boxes for return packaging and reuse the cellulose as packaging material for storage or your next move
Please note: these solutions are not compostable
Gel Pack Recycling Instructions
For Glacier Ice Gel Packs:
Recycle:
- Simply cut the corner and pour the gel into the trash or spread in an isolated area of the yard or garden where pets do not have access, then dispose of the rinsed film in a #4 recycle bin.
- Note that Glacier Ice gel is 99.5% water and will dehydrate to .5% of its weight.
- Whole gel packs may be disposed of in your waste bin according to local and state laws.
Reuse:
- Gel packs can also be rinsed clean and stored in household freezers to keep perishables cold in other household coolers and lunchbags.
For Enviro Ice Gel Packs
Enviro Ice underwent rigorous lab testing and has no impact to sinks, PVC pipes, septic tanks, or municipal treatment centers. In addition to being drain safe, Enviro Ice is nitrogen-based and can be used as plant food.
Recycle:
- Simply cut the corner and pour the gel down a household drain or flush in a toilet.
- Rinse the plastic pouch and recycle it anywhere #4 low density polyethylene plastic is accepted.
- Whole gel packs may be disposed of in your waste bin according to local and state laws.
Reuse:
- Gel packs may be rinsed clean and frozen in household freezers to be used in lunchboxes or ice chests to keep perishables cold.
Foam Brick Refrigerant
Recycling Instructions
Disposal:
- Simply cut open and put the rigid foam into the trash, as over time it will turn into a dust-like material. Then, dispose of the film in the trash.
- Whole gel packs may be disposed of in your waste bin according to local and state laws.
Reuse:
- Gel packs may be rinsed clean and frozen in household freezers to be used in lunchboxes or ice chests to keep perishables cold.
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