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♻️ Rubbish and recycling in Korea, simply

Fines are real – here is how sorting works.

1. General rubbish goes in official volume-rate bags (종량제 봉투) for your district, sold at convenience stores and supermarkets.
2. Food waste goes in separate food-waste bags or bins (some buildings use an RFID card bin).
3. Recycling: rinse and sort plastic, PET bottles (labels off), cans, glass, paper and vinyl into separate bins.
4. Big items (furniture, appliances) need a paid sticker or online report from your district office.
5. Collection days and rules differ by district – check your gu office website or ask building management.

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