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How to throw away fruit peels and leftovers in Korea

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Short answer: Food waste (음식물 쓰레기).

Where it goes

Food waste음식물 쓰레기
  1. Soft peels and leftover fruit go in food waste — banana peels, apple cores, watermelon rind.
  2. Cut big pieces such as watermelon rind small.
  3. Drain water first.

Hard shells, pits and seeds are the exception — those go in the general waste bag.

About this bin

Food waste goes in your building’s food waste bin, a card-reader (RFID) bin, or a special food waste bag — drained, and with no bones, shells or plastic. 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.

Rules in your city

Collection days, times and large-waste booking differ by city and district.

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