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How to dispose of Clothing & Textiles in California

California rules

Many cities offer curbside textile recycling.

General steps

  1. If wearable: Donate to Goodwill, Salvation Army, local shelters, or consignment shops.
  2. If worn out: Many retailers (H&M, Nike, Patagonia) accept old clothing for recycling.
  3. Textile recycling bins are available at many parking lots and community centers.
  4. Cut up old clothes for use as cleaning rags before discarding.
  5. As a last resort, bag tightly and place in regular trash.
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