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SB1383 Frequently Asked Questions

California law requires recycling of organic waste to reduce landfill methane emissions and support composting programs. Below are answers to common questions about the SB 1383 organics recycling requirements.

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California law requires residents and businesses to recycle organic materials such as food scraps and yard trimmings. These materials must be placed in the organics cart instead of the trash.

Place these items in your green cart:

  • Food scraps
    • Fruit and vegetable peels
    • Bread, rice, and pasta
    • Meat, bones, and dairy
    • Coffee grounds and tea bags
    • Yard waste such as leaves and grass
    • Food-soiled paper like napkins and paper towels

Do not place these materials in the organics cart:

  • Plastic bags
    • Glass
    • Metal
    • Packaging materials
    • Trash

Contamination can cause entire loads to be rejected.

Yes. California law requires organic waste recycling for all residents and businesses with waste collection service.

Organic materials are processed into compost or renewable energy instead of being buried in landfills.

Certain large food-generating businesses are required to donate surplus edible food to food recovery organizations.

Use our What Goes Where Tool to search items and find the correct cart.

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