Disposable Gloves and Face Masks - Zero Waste Box™

Recycle disposable face masks and gloves

Please send us non-woven disposable plastic-based masks or gloves.

We accept all types of disposable face masks made from plastic, such as dust masks, FFP2 (or so-called "N95"), FFP3 and surgical masks.

Approximate waste units accepted

Small: 520 units
Medium: 1400 units
Large: 2600 units

Do not send in medical waste. This includes material contaminated with blood, bodily fluids and waste which should be collected in a hazardous clinical waste bin.

Do not send in gloves that are contaminated with materials considered hazardous or autoclaved gloves.

What you can recycle

Dust Masks
FFP2 Masks
FFP3 Masks
Surgical Masks
Face Shields
Face Visors
Disposable Face Masks
Vinyl Gloves
Latex Gloves
Nitrile Gloves
N95 Masks

This box does not accept:

Ear Plugs
Fabric Masks
Medical waste
Any Other Garments
Hair Nets
Fabric Gloves
Hazardous waste
Autoclaved Material

How It Works Important Shipping Information Waste Transfer Notes

How It Works

Shop

Browse our selection of Zero Waste Boxes and select the one that fits your needs. Browse boxes

Collect

Fill your box with the rubbish you'd like to recycle.

Ship

Using the pre-paid UPS shipping label affixed to the back of your box, arrange for your waste to be collected for recycling. For more info, see our user guide

Important Shipping Information

This online ordering system is only available in mainland Britain. We don’t operate in Northern Ireland, British Overseas Territories, Crown Dependencies (Guernsey Island, Jersey Island, the Isle of Man), the Channel Islands, the Hebrides/Shetland/Orkney Islands and the Isles of Scilly.

Northern Ireland - you can purchase boxes via sales quotation by contacting customersupport@terracycle.co.uk. Please note that a delivery charge applies.

Zero Waste Box Shipping Notes:

For the Zero Waste Box service to work effectively and safely, please follow these simple shipping guidelines on how and what you can ship back to TerraCycle:

When will my order arrive? Orders are typically shipped out 2-3 business days after the order is placed. All orders ship via UPS and can take 1-6 business days to arrive. Please note: during a sale period, these times may vary; expect possible delays with your order being fulfilled.
Only send in items the box accepts. Sending in items that fall outside the selected category causes contamination and the need for added separation, which increases costs. This includes (but not limited to) liquid and food waste, cardboard, paper, laminated paper, compostable material such as PLA and PHA (except for the Biodegradable Plastics - Zero Waste Box™), borosilicate glass and electronic waste.
Do not send in household items that may be considered hazardous waste. These include items such as lithium-ion batteries, pressurised canisters, pesticides, oil-based paint or medical sharps, organics, broken glass, biomedical waste, soiled nappies, or expired medication. Do not send in anything sharp, flammable, reactive, corrosive, ignitable, radioactive, toxic, infectious, or pathogenic.
Do not ship dripping packages. Please make sure all excess product has been removed before putting it in your Zero Waste Box. If you choose to rinse your items, please note that the system must be completely dry prior to shipping.

Waste Transfer Notes

Please note members of the public (households) collecting waste at home are exempt from requiring waste transfer notes.

A Waste Transfer Note is a legal document that details and records the transfer of waste from one person to another. An annual waste transfer note is needed for waste originating from a commercial/business activity.

To receive your TerraCycle® waste transfer note for Zero Waste Boxes sent via UPS, please fill in the form here.
Need help finding your EWC code? Check out our guide on how to fill in a TerraCycle® waste transfer note.
SIC codes provide a description of the company's nature of business. If you’re unsure, please find it on the Companies House website.