Correx Recycling for Businesses
National Recycling provides Correx recycling for businesses across the UK. We collect used corrugated plastic sheet, floor protection, signage and packaging dividers from building sites, events and warehouses.
Correx collections
What Correx We Collect
Correx is a brand name for corrugated plastic sheet, usually made from polypropylene (resin code 5). It is light, waterproof and cheap, so it is used once and thrown away in large volumes.
Handled with care.
Floor and surface protection.
Used board from construction and fit-out sites.Signage.
Printed and branded site boards, estate agent boards and election or event signs.Event and exhibition sheet.
Scrap panels and displays left after shows.Packaging.
Layer pads, dividers, trays and protective inserts from logistics and manufacturing.Surplus and damaged sheet.
Offcuts and stock that is no longer usable.
From your site to a fresh start
How Correx Recycling Works
- 01
Tell us what you have.
Use the quote form to give the quantity, how it is stored and your collection postcode. A photo helps, especially for printed sheet. - 02
Get your quote.
Our team replies with a quote providing clear pricing details. - 03
We collect.
A verified waste carrier from our haulage network collects from your site or depot on an agreed date, as a one-off clearance or on a schedule. - 04
Recycling.
At a licensed recycling facility, the Correx is sorted and cleaned to remove ink, adhesive and labels, shredded into flake, melted and formed into pellets. The pellets go into new sheet, pipe and packaging. - 05
Paperwork.
You receive a waste transfer note for each collection.
Let’s get it sorted
Get a Correx Recycling Quote
Tell us how much Correx you have and where it is, and our team will reply with a quote. Call 0845 366 9306 or request a quote online.
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Why Correx Recycling Matters
Correx is often printed, taped or stuck to other materials, which is why many general waste services send it to landfill or incineration. Yet the board itself is polypropylene, a plastic that recycles well when it is collected separately. Sending it for recycling keeps a reusable material in circulation and reduces demand for new plastic.
Under section 34 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, your business must store waste safely, use authorised carriers and keep waste transfer notes for at least 2 years. In England, Simpler Recycling has required workplaces with 10 or more employees to separate dry recyclables, including plastic, since 31 March 2025.
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Why Choose National Recycling for Correx Recycling
UK-wide collections.
Our haulage partners collect from sites, depots and venues across the country.Recycling first.
We recycle wherever possible and safe, and arrange compliant disposal only for what cannot be recycled.Fully compliant.
Verified waste carriers and licensed recycling facilities, in line with UK regulations.Mixed loads.
Collect Correx alongside other plastics, cardboard and site waste streams in one visit.Fast quotes.
Our team replies quickly to every enquiry, providing a fast turnaround for collections.One-off or regular.
Book a single clearance or a scheduled collection, with one supplier for every location.
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Can Correx be recycled?
Yes. Correx is made from polypropylene, which is widely recyclable when kept separate from other materials. It is often rejected by general waste services because it is printed, taped or dirty, so businesses get the best results from a dedicated collection that sends it to a plastic reprocessor.
What is Correx made of?
Correx is a brand name for corrugated plastic sheet, sometimes called fluted board or Corriboard. It is usually extruded from polypropylene, resin code 5, into two flat skins joined by vertical ribs. That structure makes it light, stiff and waterproof, which is why it is popular for signs and site protection.
How is Correx recycled?
Correx is sorted and cleaned to remove ink, adhesive and labels, then shredded into flake. The flake is melted and formed into pellets, which manufacturers use to make new polypropylene products such as sheet, pipe and packaging components. Keeping Correx clean and separate makes each step easier.
Can printed Correx signs be recycled?
In most cases, yes. Printed boards can be recycled because the ink is removed or tolerated during reprocessing. Take off metal fixings, cable ties and large vinyl stickers where you can, and keep the boards apart from general waste. Send us a photo if you are unsure about a particular load.
Can you collect used floor protection from building sites?
Can Correx go in a general recycling bin?
Usually not. Most mixed recycling services will not accept rigid corrugated plastic, especially in large sheets. Putting it in the wrong bin can contaminate a load or send it to landfill. A separate plastic collection is the most reliable way to get your Correx recycled.