Curbside recyclable. Just drop in your bin.

Unlike many foams and plastics, WaveKraft® can go straight into the recycling stream. It’s as easy as that.

WaveKraft liners placed in curbside recycling bin.

How to Recycle WaveKraft.

Remove your product.

Take your product out of the box.

WaveKraft liners curbside recycling bin.

Drop the WaveKraft liner in your curbside bin.

Place both WaveKraft® panels in your recycling bin along with the cardboard shipping box.

Recycle truck picking up cans on city street.

Done.

Your local recycling system takes it from here.

Here’s what not to do:

Don’t tear off the outer paper

Don’t compost it

Don’t put it in the trash or landfill

Recyclability: A deepish dive.

Easy to Collect and Sort

WaveKraft is a rigid, paper-based product designed to sort with corrugated or paper at Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs). How2Recycle® has given WaveKraft the “Widely Recyclable” Paper Insert designation.

Useful Input for Manufacturing

WaveKraft produces useful fibers during the repulping process, which are retained for new paper-based products.

In the Loop

We work closely with Closed Loop Partners to ensure WaveKraft meets the needs of both MRFs and paper manufacturers, supporting a circular economy.

Taking on Single-Use Plastics.

WaveKraft delivers improved rigidity, cushioning, and thermal protection over plastic films and foams, while offering curbside recyclability and reduced regulatory risk.

End of Life

WaveKraft can be recycled curbside in most U.S. municipalities alongside corrugated cardboard.

Reduced Emissions

WaveKraft is produced on-site or near-site, reducing freight emissions compared to centrally produced insulation.

Thermal Performance

Proven in Designed to maintain thermal protection for foods and other temperature-sensitive goods for the last mile. No foam required.

Reduced Waste

Produced on demand so shippers can make exactly what they need—no excess inventory, no wasted material.

Frequently asked questions

Are ClimaCell and WaveKraft liners compostable?

ClimaCell and WaveKraft liners were not designed to be compostable and should not go in home or industrial composting.

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Where does your paper come from?

We use virgin and recycled paper from Forest Stewardship Council-certified mills in North America.

Is recycling important?

Yes. Post-consumer paper is an essential feedstock for paper mills in the US and abroad, and recycling paper reduces the number of trees needed to meet everyday demand.

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Does ClimaCell or WaveKraft contain allergens or animal products?

No. ClimaCell and WaveKraft liners are free from gluten, soy, dairy, and animal products.

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Can ClimaCell and WaveKraft Panels be reused?

They aren't designed for reuse as insulation after shipping. Instead, place the panels in your recycling bin so the paper fibers can be made into new paper.

What if my locality says it can't accept ClimaCell or WaveKraft for recycling?

Some waste collection and recycling organizations may not yet recognize ClimaCell or WaveKraft. If yours doesn't, please fill out the form below with their contact information. We'll reach out directly to help.

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If you have questions or feedback about WaveKraft, or if you want to join our efforts to advocate for increased recycling, please send us a note.

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