Educate – Sort – Recycle

Plastic Book Binder

Learn how Gee Hoe Seng Pte Ltd (GHS) manages the proper disposal and recycling of plastic book binders and paper contents in Singapore.

Plastic book binders are common in offices, schools, and print shops — often used to hold documents or reports.

While the plastic binder and front cover are not recyclable, the paper contents inside can be recovered once separated correctly.

Collected book binders and office documents prepared for recycling or disposal in Singapore.Book binder components sorted into paper, plastic spine, and transparent cover for proper recycling in Singapore.

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Is it Recyclable?

Partially — Plastic book binders are not recyclable as a whole.

The binder and plastic front cover are made from non-recyclable plastic film.

However, the paper inside can still be recycled if clean and separated.

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Why Is It Difficult to Recycle?

Plastic book binders are made up of mixed materials — plastic covers, metal or plastic spines, and paper inserts — that cannot be processed together.

Here’s why full recycling isn’t possible

  • The plastic binder and front cover are made of composite plastic that cannot be separated efficiently.
  • Fully assembled binders are non-recyclable unless dismantled.
Not Recyclable
  • Plastic book binder / spine
  • Plastic front cover or film
  • Adhesive or laminated sheets

How to Recycle or Dispose

  • Detach plastic parts — Remove the plastic binder and front cover, as these cannot be recycled.
  • Sort the paper — Separate white paper from colored or printed paper to improve recycling quality and value.
  • Dispose of plastics — Place plastic binders and covers into general waste bins.
Recyclable
  • Mixed paper (unsorted) – Recyclable, but at a lower value due to sorting required.
  • White paper and colored paper (sorted) – Recyclable at a higher value when separated.

Additional Information
1) Loads containing mixed materials (metal + plastic + paper) may require manual sorting and may be subject to handling fees.
2) Destruction certificates are available upon request and subject to additional charges.

3) Sorting papers by type helps improve yield and ensures higher-grade recycling.