MATERIAL

Hangers

Hangers

Hangers are used to hang clothing and are made from materials such as plastic, wood or metal.  

Disposal Options

  • Usable Hangers – Donate or Return to Retailers
  • Broken Hangers – General Waste Bin

 

Why

Hangers are typically made from mixed materials and are not accepted in kerbside recycling systems. Reuse is the preferred option. 

 

Did You Know

The carbon released by the estimated 5 billion discarded plastic hangers every year is equivalent to the carbon produced by 90 billion plastic straws.