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Baking paper disposal in Germany

In short: Restmüll (general waste bin). Baking paper is silicone-coated and cannot be recycled.

baking paper (silicone-coated)
Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Restmüll (general waste bin)

Why

  • Baking paper is silicone-coated and cannot be recycled.
  • It is not plastic and cannot be disposed of in the Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin), so it goes in the general waste.

Before you throw it away

  • Put in the general waste bin.

What you can make from it

Fire starter for barbecue or fireplacebaking papera few minutes
  • Cut into small pieces
  • Optional: lightly coat with wax
  • Use for lighting fires
Stencils for craftsbaking paperapprox. 15 minutes
  • Cut baking paper into desired shape
  • Use as a non-stick surface for painting or stamping

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