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Paper Rebates for the UK

Paper Recycling Rebates

Paper recycling rebates help your business sell paper waste for cash instead of paying to dispose of it. By separating clean paper and arranging the right collections, you can earn money from recyclable materials while reducing landfill costs and cutting your overall waste bill.

At Business Waste, we handle everything for you. From bins and storage advice to collections and grading, we make it easy to sell recycled paper, stay compliant, and turn everyday waste into value.

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Selling Your Paper 
for Cash

If your business produces large volumes of paper such as offices, printers, retailers, warehouses, or distribution centres, that waste can become a revenue stream.

Paper rebates allow you to recycle paper for money. Instead of sending paper to general waste, it’s collected, graded, and paid for by weight. We help you set up the right containers, reduce contamination, and organise efficient collections so your paper qualifies for the best possible rates.

For higher volumes, we can also supply balers or larger containers to compact paper, reduce storage space, and improve rebate value.

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Knowing What Qualifies for 
Paper Recycling Rebates

Paper rebates depend on quality, volume, and storage. Clean, well-separated paper attracts higher prices, while mixed or contaminated loads reduce value.

Higher-value paper streams

  • White office paper and printer paper
  • Shredded paper stored securely
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Leaflets, brochures, and manuals
  • Paper packaging and cardboard inserts

Lower value or non-qualifying items

  • Wet or food-stained paper
  • Paper towels and napkins
  • Laminated or plastic-coated paper
  • Waxed paper or heavily contaminated loads
  • Mixed waste with glass, food, or plastics

 

Not sure if your paper qualifies? Speak to our team and we’ll assess your site and provide clear guidance.

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Getting The Right Equipment and Containers For Selling Paper

Using the correct equipment keeps paper clean, dry, and compact. This improves grading and helps you earn more from each collection. We provide containers and equipment nationwide with no rental fees. You only pay for collections.

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  • Wheelie Bins

    Secure, easy-to-move bins for everyday office or light paper waste.

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  • Rear-End Loaders

    Ideal for regular high volumes where space is limited and frequent collections are needed.

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  • Front-End Loaders

    Larger capacity units for warehouses, printers, and distribution sites producing bulk paper.

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  • Balers

    Compress paper into dense bales to save space, reduce collections, and maximise rebate value.

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The Paper Recycling Rebates Process

  1. Request a paper rebate quote

    Tell us what paper you produce, how much, and your location. We provide a fast, free quote.

  2. We confirm eligibility and setup

    Our team recommends the right bins, equipment, and collection schedule for your volumes.

  3. Store paper properly

    Keep paper clean, dry, and separate from other waste streams to protect its value.

  4. Collection, grading and weighing

    Licensed carriers collect your paper. It’s graded and weighed at the facility and your rebate is paid or credited.

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What Kinds of Paper Waste 
Can You Sell?

Most clean and dry paper can be sold through rebates. Common examples include:

Accepted waste paper types

  • White and coloured office paper
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Leaflets and flyers
  • Envelopes and packaging paper
  • Manuals, brochures, and catalogues
  • Shredded confidential paper

Typically excluded types of waste paper

  • Paper towels and tissues
  • Waxed or laminated paper
  • Food-soiled paper
  • Heavily contaminated loads

Separating paper from cardboard and other recyclables usually improves pricing and rebate returns.

Benefits of Selling Scrap Paper

Selling scrap paper is a sustainable and profitable way to get rid of any paper waste your organisation produces. It benefits the environment by ensuring your paper waste is recycled, which uses 70% less water and energy compared to creating new paper products from scratch. The main benefits of selling scrap paper include to:

  • Get money for recycling paper – sell waste paper and invest the money you get back into your business.
  • Reduce waste management costs – you only have to cover the collection costs and get money for paper recycling, lowering your overall waste management costs.
  • Save energy and resources – recycling your waste paper avoids it going to landfill and adding to pollution levels while saving energy and resources compared to producing new paper.
  • Improve waste management efficiencies – businesses that produce bulk paper waste can use balers and compactors to save space and reduce collection frequencies while earning money per tonne of waste paper for recycling.
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Get a fast and free quote for paper rebates

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  • Any type of paper
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  • We cover all of the UK

Paper Recycling Rebates FAQs

  • paper How much money do you get for recycling paper?

    How much money you get for recycling paper depends on the weight and type of waste paper you produce. Most recycling rebates require a minimum weight and offer prices per tonne. The likes of white paper are also more valuable than mixed paper waste. Apply for a free quote for an accurate estimate of how much money you could get for recycling paper.

  • paper Where can I sell waste paper?

    You can sell waste paper anywhere in the UK with Business Waste. We work with waste paper buyers across the country so can arrange collection and paper recycling rebates wherever your business is based. Recycle paper for money in cities, towns, and villages anywhere in the country through our national network.

  • paper Do I need to bale my paper waste for a rebate?

    Some waste paper buyers only accept baled paper while others will take loose paper waste in bins. If you produce a high volume of paper waste then using a baler or compactor can save space. Speak to one of our team and we can advise on whether you need to bale your waste paper or not.

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  • paper Can offices get paper recycling rebates?

    Yes. Offices often produce consistent volumes of clean paper, which makes them ideal for rebates.

  • paper Do I need a rear end loader for my paper to qualify?

    Not always. Smaller sites can use wheelie bins. Larger volumes may benefit from loaders or balers for better value.

  • paper What contamination reduces paper rebate value?

    Food waste, liquids, plastics, and mixed rubbish can lower grades or make loads unsuitable for rebates.

  • paper Is there a minimum volume of recycled paper required?

    Most rebates work best for bulk quantities. We’ll advise if your volumes meet eligibility.

  • paper Can waste paper be collected with cardboard?

    It can be, but separating them usually delivers higher rebates and better recycling quality.

  • paper Are payments for paper rebates done via cash or credit?

    Rebates can be paid directly or credited against your waste services, depending on your agreement.

  • paper Are your paper recycling rebates a UK-wide service?

    Yes. We arrange collections anywhere in the UK through our nationwide network.

  • paper What information do you need to quote for waste paper rebates?

    We need your location, estimated volumes, paper types, and how the material is stored.

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Published 21st September 2023 by Mark Hall. Last modified 10th February 2026