Diaper Packaging In-Store Drop-Off with Plastic Bags Diaper film packaging should be returned to large retail stores and placed in their designated “film plastics” recycling bins. CLICK HERE to find a film plastics drop-off location nearest you. CLICK HERE to learn about other items that are considered “film plastics” and that are accepted for recycling at store drop-off locations. Must Be Dry and Clean If diaper packaging is wet or dirty, it cannot be recycled because it would contaminate the plastic recycling. Make sure to put it in the trash. Ways to Reduce Switch to Cloth Diapers Consider switching to cloth diapers, which are more eco-friendly than disposable ones because you can wash and reuse them.