A composting bin

Can I put paper grocery bags in my compost bin?


YES 🎉


You can put paper grocery bags into your composting bin!

Key info
Brown material📂
1 month - 5 years
170:1⚖️

Get the right balance of brown and green composting materials in your bin with our expert guide.


Yes, paper grocery bags can break down in a home composting bin.

However, it is important to note that the breakdown process may take longer than other organic materials.

To speed up the process, it is recommended to tear the paper bags into small pieces before adding them to the compost bin.

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