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That Clear Korean Bottle Is Not Just Plastic

September 21, 2026 by Jay
A clear unbranded PET bottle, a plain recycling bin, and a peeled label on a softly lit apartment utility-room counter

Seoul’s clear PET-bottle rule is about material quality, not just appearance. The bottle, label, cap, and housing type each change the disposal step.

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That Korean Trash Bag Is Also a Disposal Fee

September 20, 2026 by Jay
A cashier handing a customer a roll of household trash bags at a bright Korean convenience store counter

Korea’s official trash bag is a volume-priced disposal payment. Local pages show why capacity, waste category, and moving can change the rule.

Categories Culture Explained Tags Korean culture, Seoul life, waste sorting Leave a comment

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