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How to throw away books and notebooks in Korea

책 · 노트chaek · noteu

Short answer: Paper recycling (종이류).

Where it goes

Paper recycling종이류
  1. Remove spiral springs, plastic covers and tape.
  2. Tie them together.

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Paper is recycled for free: keep it dry, take off tape and plastic, and flatten boxes. Read the full guide →

Ask in Korean

Show this to the building manager or a neighbour: 이거 어디에 버려요? — “Where do I throw this away?”

Sources

Last checked October 13, 2026. Rules can differ by district.

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