K-CYCLE® : K-CUP® POD COMMERCIAL RECYCLING PROGRAM
K-Cycle®: The “Eco-Convenient” Commercial Recycling Program

Helping you reinforce your business’s commitment to sustainability

A SIMPLE, TAILORED, ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION TO RECYCLE USED K-CUP® PODS IN VARIOUS BUSINESS SETTINGS

While K-Cup® pods were designed to be recycled in 3 easy steps* through local recycling programs, the K-Cycle® program was created with your unique business needs in mind. It incorporates handy, branded recycling boxes that can be easily couriered, and it’s facilitated by our strong partnership with a local waste resource recovery company that specializes in recycling programs.

 

* Some municipalities require additional steps. May not be recyclable in your area. Check with your local recycling facility for updated information or take part in the K-Cycle® commercial recycling program.

How K-Cycle® Works
1
Brew the K-Cup® pod
2
Place the K-Cup® pod in the K-Cycle® box
3
When full, seal the box for shipping
4
K-Cup® pod components are separated
5
Plastic is recycled, and aluminum lids are repurposed
6
Coffee grounds and tea become compost
In partnership with:
The K-Cycle® Impact

Keurig® K-Cup® pods, made from #5 plastic, are easily identifiable thanks to the on-pack recycling instructions and the #5 resin identification code that appears on the bottom of the pod itself.

 

By collecting Keurig® Genuine K-Cup® pods, you help reduce the risk of contamination and support the recycling of your used pods to their fullest value.

How the K-Cup® Pods Get Recycled

The process is simple. Once brewed, place your K-Cup® pods in the K-Cycle® recycling box. Once the box is full, close the liner bag with the provided zip tie and contact Purolator to arrange for pick-up. The box is then shipped to Emterra Group who collects the K-Cup® pods and separates their components to ensure that the plastic gets recycled, the aluminum lids are repurposed, and the coffee grounds/tea is composted.

Perfect for the Hotel Industry

Optimize the in-room service experience thanks to K-Cycle®. Provide your hotel guests with our compact countertop containers to dispose of their used K-Cup® pods and help them keep their rooms tidy. For housekeeping services, it’s a practical solution that allows them to quickly collect the used pods when cleaning. Used pods are then collected and shipped to get recycled to their fullest value.

Which Box Should I Use for My Business?
Keurig® K-Cycle® Recycling Box - Small
Keurig® K-Cycle® Recycling Box - Large
In-Room Container Bin
Business Setting
Small businesses and retail shops
Large businesses and corporations
Hotel industry and hospitality sector
Recommended K-Cycle® Box Size
Small
Large
In-room container
Ideal for Businesses Consuming
Under 300 K-Cup® pods/month
Over 300 K-Cup® pods/month
K-Cycle® Box Capacity
175 used K-Cup® pods
350 used K-Cup® pods

What’s in the Box?

K-Cycle® recycling/shipping boxes come kitted with a clear plastic liner bag, zip tie and prepaid shipping label.