Shoe boxes are usually made out of cardboard. They are made of recyclable material, but they are not always recyclable. Generally, only the boxes that you receive from new shoes are recyclable.
Is the paper in shoe boxes recyclable?
This item is recyclable. Put this item in your recycling (blue) cart or a transparent clear or blue-tinted plastic bag.
Should I throw away my sneaker boxes?
Throw Out Your Boxes They come in cardboard boxes because they're cheap, recyclable, and ship easier. So while keeping your original shoes in the original box is the dream, it's not the best solution in reality. Face it, the only reason you need the original box is for resale — and you're not selling anything.Oct 5, 2012
Can you get shoe boxes for free?
If you don't want to leave the house, there are lots of places online that will do it for free. Contact local shoe stores and clothing stores. Some places that sell shoes also sell empty boxes for free or very cheap (especially if you buy several at a time).