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How to throw away ice pack in Korea

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Short answer: General waste bag (종량제 봉투) (rules vary by district).

Where it goes

General waste bag종량제 봉투
  1. Put it in a general waste bag.

Listed by Yeonsu-gu as “looks recyclable but isn’t”. Ask your district if it collects ice packs separately.

Check your district. This item is handled differently in some cities and districts. Your building notice or district office website has the final word.

About this bin

General waste goes in an official volume-based bag (종량제 봉투), bought at convenience stores and marts. Bags only work in the district they are sold for. 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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