Styrofoam Recycling at Dart Container

Recycling center in Dallas, TX

4444 W Ledbetter Dr Dallas TX 75236 USA

5 (6 reviews)

foam recyclingpolystyrene#6 plastic

Styrofoam Recycling at Dart Container recycling center in Dallas, TX - View of facility

About this center

Dart Container operates a foam (polystyrene) recycling drop-off open to the public, part of its national network collecting foam from schools, community recyclers, supermarkets, hospitals, manufacturing plants, cafeterias, and individuals. The site accepts used #6 polystyrene foam such as cups, to-go containers, egg cartons, ice chests, rinsed meat trays, and protective packaging foam; collected foam is washed, dried, and reprocessed into material for products like picture frames and crown moulding. Foam should be rinsed, have lids, straws, tape, and labels removed, and be placed in a see-through bag. Packing peanuts are not accepted, Dart does not pay for material, and it reserves the right to refuse foam that does not meet its specifications.

Materials accepted & services

foam recycling polystyrene #6 plastic drop-off EPS foam free drop-off

Services offered

Foam polystyrene drop-off recycling
Foam wash-and-dry processing
Reprocessing of foam into raw material for new products
Next Life take-back program

Areas served

Dallas, TX

Not accepted

Packing peanutsFoam with lids, straws, packaging tape, or labels still attachedFoam that is not rinsed or wiped clean

Frequently asked questions

What foam can I drop off?

Used #6 polystyrene foam, including post-consumer foam cups and to-go containers, egg cartons, ice chests, rinsed meat trays, and protective packaging foam used to ship electronics. Look for the #6 inside the chasing-arrows triangle.

How should I prepare my foam before dropping it off?

Rinse or wipe off containers, remove lids, straws, packaging tape, and labels, and place the foam in a see-through bag before depositing it.

Do you accept packing peanuts?

No. Packing peanuts are not accepted. Contact your local post office or parcel service to see if they take peanuts for reuse.

Does Dart pay for the foam I bring in?

No. Dart Container does not pay for material delivered to them and does not reimburse shipping. They also reserve the right to refuse foam that does not meet their criteria.

Reviews & pricing

Note: Prices are user-reported and subject to change. Contact the center directly for current rates.

Olliver Gant

11 months ago

Google review

Behind the DART Container Corporation on Joseph Hardin. Go to Ledbetter and Joseph Hardin and follow the blue signs. Free collection bin for #6 recyclable foam including cups egg cartons meat trays ice chests and hard molded styrofoam used in packing and shipping. No styrofoam peanuts. Must be in a clear bag. A private company that accepts foam recycling for free.

Zach Hinds

2 years ago

Google review

Easy drop off for large styrofoam forms that came from a delivery. Finally found a spot for it. Mine weren't in a plastic bag due to size but there were large bags that I could place them and smaller pieces already at the location.

KR BR

5 years ago

Google review

Free recycling of stylofoam accepted here. Includes plates takeout containers packing materials egg cartons etc. Open 24-7. Items need to be cleaned and bagged in clear plastic bags.

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