Cardboard and paper are among the most valuable and recyclable materials. Keep them clean and dry; grease-soaked boxes and wet paper are contaminants.

In Connecticut we list 3 cardboard & paper drop-off locations across 2 cities, with the most in Wallingford and East Windsor. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Cardboard & Paper Drop-Off Locations in Connecticut

Hanna Paper Recycling Inc

📍Wallingford · 718 Old Colony Rd #2, Wallingford, CT 06492
📞+1 203-265-2644
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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Usa Waste & Recycling

📍East Windsor · 5 Shoham Rd, East Windsor, CT 06088
📞+1 860-627-5753
🕐Today: 7 AM–5:30 PM
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Wallingford Recycling Center

📍Wallingford · 25 Pent Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Recycling Cardboard & Paper in Connecticut: What to Know

📦 Corrugated cardboard
Flatten boxes to save space; remove excessive tape and labels.
📄 Mixed paper
Office paper, newspaper, magazines and mail. Shredded paper may need bagging.

How to Prepare Cardboard & Paper

  • Flatten and break down boxes.
  • Keep paper and cardboard dry — wet fiber is a contaminant.
  • Remove food-soaked sections (like greasy pizza-box bottoms).

Cardboard & Paper Recycling FAQ — Connecticut

Which Connecticut cities have the most cardboard & paper drop-off locations?

The most cardboard & paper drop-offs are in Wallingford (2) and East Windsor (1). In total we list 3 locations across 2 Connecticut cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle cardboard and paper in Connecticut?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Connecticut directory. Most curbside programs take clean cardboard and paper; drop-off sites handle large volumes and shredding. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off cardboard and paper?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put cardboard and paper in my curbside bin?

Usually no — cardboard and paper typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all cardboard & paper recycling locations by city, the full Connecticut recycling directory, or cardboard & paper recycling in Texas, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Georgia.