So whether your glass is broken or still intact, it needs to go into the general waste bin for non-recyclables — and be extra careful to avoid injury when handling it.

Why Glassware Doesn’t Belong in the Glass Bin

As mentioned earlier, most drinking glasses may not be made of recyclable glass. To be safe, they should go into the general waste bin. And it’s not just drinking glasses — other items that don’t belong in the glass bin include window glass, porcelain dishes, and lightbulbs. All of these need to be thrown out with the general waste.

What Can Go in the Glass Recycling Bin

Depending on your local rules (in some areas glass is collected with metal or plastic), the following items can be thrown into the glass bin: glass jars, bottles, and flasks — but not medicine bottles.

Glasses? No — drinking glasses don’t go in the glass bin. Now you know why.