Jätteiden Lajitteluastiat -

Here is everything you need to know about containers for cardboard, biowaste, glass, metal, plastic, and mixed waste. To sort correctly, match the waste type to the standard color. This reduces confusion.

Pro tip: If you see a red lid in Finland, it usually indicates (check the text). 2. Indoor Sorting Systems (For Kitchen & Office) You don't need six large bins inside your apartment. Use a multi-compartment system.

| Waste Type (Jäte) | Bin Color (Astian väri) | Typical Lid Color | Common Items | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Orange | Orange | Cereal boxes, pizza boxes (clean), egg cartons | | Plastic (Muovi) | Light Green / Turquoise | Light Green | Shampoo bottles, yogurt tubs, plastic bags | | Biowaste (Biojäte) | Brown | Brown or Green lid | Food scraps, coffee grounds, paper towels | | Glass (Lasi) | White | White or Red lid | Jars, bottles (clear & colored) | | Metal (Metalli) | Dark Green / Grey | Dark Green or Red | Cans, aluminum foil, jar lids | | Mixed waste (Sekajäte) | Black / Dark Grey | Black | Non-recyclable trash, diapers, vacuum bags |