A step ahead of responsible
packaging
Our goal: 100% recyclable packaging by 2025
Hill’s is one of the first major pet food manufacturers globally to switch to completely recyclable dry pet food packaging. This breakthrough recyclable material was co-developed with our bag suppliers, and we will roll it out in 2021 for our brand Vet Essentials in Europe.
All Hill’s Pet Food Cans
All Hill’s metal pet food cans are completely recyclable
Cardboard
Often used with cases and pouches
Vet Essentials Packaging
Look for more bags to be added starting 2021
To make sure your dry pet food bag is recyclable, look for one of these codes
Our recyclable Vet Essentials bags are made out of #4 Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) plastic – one of the most recycled plastics. LDPE can be turned into all kinds of new things, including construction materials and new packaging.
We want to keep a good thing going
Our plan is to continue the rollout of recyclable packaging across all of our brands and across other parts of the world — just one part of the larger 2025 environmental strategy from our parent company, Colgate-Palmolive.
Frequently asked questions
Need details on how and where you can recycle?
Select your region below for area-specific instructions. Local recycling rules apply.
United Kingdom
Recyclable Bags (LDPE bags)
Empty the bag out completely and place it into your household recycling bin.
Metal Cans
Empty the cans out as good as possible and put them in your household recycling bin*. Or there are Cash for cans centres - where you can exchange empty aluminium cans for cash.
*Always check with your local council to see what the recycling rules are in your area.
Paper & Cardboard from Variety packs or Trays
You should be able to put the paper & cardboard into your household recycling bin*. You can also find paper banks in supermarket car parks or at retail parks. If you have more paper or cardboard waste than your recycling bin can accommodate, you can take it to a local recycling centre.
*Check with local council.
Pouches
You can recycle your pouches through Terracycle, linked here: https://www.terracycle.com/en-GB/brigades/petfood-uk
Shrink Wrap
Check with your local council. Some allow this to be collected as part of your recycling bin, or there are many collection points near your home (e.g. supermarkets).
A step ahead for future generations
Being in the pet food industry since 1907, we understand the value of planning for long-term sustainability.
Committed to good
Every part of our manufacturing process is designed to meet ethical, sustainable and responsible standards.
A product you can trust
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Veterinarian Recommended
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