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PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging Updated 2026-09-26 Hirakata City

Food Tray / Hirakata City

TL;DR

Food Tray is classified as "PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging" in Hirakata City.

How to dispose 4 STEPS
  1. 1 Take polystyrene foam trays to in-store collection at supermarkets and the like whenever possible
  2. 2 Remove food residue and wash it before putting it out
  3. 3 Put it in a clear or white semi-transparent bag of 45 liters or less
  4. 4 Put it out at your area's designated place by 8:45 a.m. on collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging
Pickup Day Check See municipal calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Food Tray is classified as PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging.

Disposal Steps

  1. Take polystyrene foam trays to in-store collection at supermarkets and the like whenever possible
  2. Remove food residue and wash it before putting it out
  3. Put it in a clear or white semi-transparent bag of 45 liters or less
  4. Put it out at your area's designated place by 8:45 a.m. on collection day

Important Notes

Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

  • PET bottles and plastic containers and packaging are put out together without separating them
  • Do not mix in anything other than PET bottles and plastic containers and packaging

Disposal Method Comparison

Method Cost Effort Speed
Municipal Low/Free Medium Slow
Pickup High Low Fast
Recycle Free+ Medium Medium
Flea market Free+ High Slow

Official Info & Contact

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Hirakata City Contact

Contact
Muni. Hirakata City Osaka
Dept. Environmental Division 📞 072-841-1221
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Hirakata City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEHirakata City LAST REVIEW2026-09-26 PREFOsaka