How should flip-flop be sorted?

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Flip-flop should be sorted as:

If not broken

Reuse / Genbrug

If broken

Residual waste / Restaffald

About this item

Flip-flops should usually be sorted as residual waste if worn out or broken. They are often made from rubber, foam plastic or mixed materials and do not belong in plastic recycling. If still usable, donate or reuse them.

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