Styrofoam is a trade name for expanded polystyrene (EPS). Styrofoam is hard to recycle because it takes up so much space relative to its weight, so shipping it to a recycler does not provide much return on investment.

There are no recycling options for Styrofoam peanuts. Consider a reuse project at home, school or the workplace.

Participating locations of The UPS Store® accept clean foam packaging peanuts of all sizes, shapes, and colors for reuse. Contact The UPS Store® location nearest you for additional information.

If you choose not to reuse, place them in the regular trash for disposal.

See more about Styrofoam Blocks and Styrofoam Containers.