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 South Carolina we list 22 cardboard & paper drop-off locations across 17 cities, with the most in Columbia, Anderson, Charleston, Greer and Aiken. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Cardboard & Paper Drop-Off Locations in South Carolina

Shred360 Paper Shredding Services

📍Irmo · 140 Crouch Commercial Ct, Irmo, SC 29063
📞+1 803-233-1823
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Bees Ferry Convenience Center

📍Charleston · 1344 Bees Ferry Rd, Charleston, SC 29414
📞+1 843-571-0929
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–6 PM
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Anderson County Solid Waste

📍Anderson · 1428 Pearman Dairy Rd, Anderson, SC 29625
📞+1 864-260-1001
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Allison Creek Collection & Recycling Center

📍York · 5725 Campbell Rd, York, SC 29745
📞+1 803-628-3181
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Stone Avenue Recycling Center

📍Greenville · 800 E Stone Ave, Greenville, SC 29601
📞+1 864-467-8951
🕐Today: 7 AM–5:30 PM
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Sonoco Recycling

📍Columbia · 1132 Idlewilde Blvd, Columbia, SC 29201
📞+1 803-779-0500
🕐Today: 7 AM–5 PM
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Sonoco Recycling

📍Spartanburg · 2111 Caldwell Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303
📞+1 864-576-2440
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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O'neal Residential Waste And Recycling Center

📍Greer · 3778 Camp Rd, Greer, SC 29651
📞+1 864-243-9672
🕐Today: 7 AM–6 PM
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Civic Center Convenience Center

📍Anderson · 590 Woodcrest Dr, Anderson, SC 29625
📞+1 864-260-1001
🕐Today: 8 AM–6 PM
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Clemson Road Recycling Site

📍Columbia · 900 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29229
📞+1 803-929-6000
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Greenwood County Recycling Center

📍Greenwood · 1119 Siloam Church Rd, Greenwood, SC 29646
📞+1 864-942-8567
🕐Today: 7 AM–3:30 PM
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Lexington County Collection And Recycling Center At Bush River Road In Columbia

📍Columbia · 6109 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29212
📞+1 803-755-3325
🕐Today: Closed
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Beaufort County Convience Center

📍Bluffton · 104 Simmonsville Rd, Bluffton, SC 29910
📞+1 843-815-1520
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–6 PM
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Elgin Recycle Center

📍Elgin · Elgin Recycle Center, Elgin, SC 29045
📞+1 803-438-4604
🕐Today: 6 AM–6 PM
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Aiken County Recycling Drop Off #5

📍Aiken · 1491 Reynolds Pond Rd, Aiken, SC 29801
📞+1 803-648-1013
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Mccormick Recycling Center

📍Mccormick · 1471 S Main St, McCormick, SC 29835
📞+1 864-852-0052
🕐Today: Closed
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Charleston County Recycling Convenience Center

📍Charleston · 1716 Signal Point Rd, Charleston, SC 29412
📞+1 843-720-7111
🕐Today: 10 AM–6 PM
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Mitford Recycling Center

📍Winnsboro · 4719 Wateree Rd, Winnsboro, SC 29180
📞+1 803-482-6164
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Murrells Inlet Recycling Center

📍Murrells Inlet · 5455 Wesley Rd, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
📞+1 843-651-0872
🕐Today: 7 AM–6 PM
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City Of Greer Recycling Center

📍Greer · 315 Buncombe St, Greer, SC 29650
📞+1 864-848-2184
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Edisto Recycling Center

📍Edisto Island · Edisto Recycling Center, Edisto Island, SC 29438
🕐Today: 1:30–6 PM
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Horry County Mini Recycling Center

📍Myrtle Beach · 10216 Kings Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
🕐Today: 7 AM–7 PM
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Recycling Cardboard & Paper in South Carolina: 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 — South Carolina

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

The most cardboard & paper drop-offs are in Columbia (3), Anderson (2), Charleston (2), Greer (2) and Aiken (1). In total we list 22 locations across 17 South Carolina cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle cardboard and paper in South Carolina?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full South Carolina 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 South Carolina recycling directory, or cardboard & paper recycling in Texas, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Georgia.