Recycling is becoming an increasingly important issue for consumers, industry and government policy makers. This is especially true for the mattress industry, as more communities are either refusing used mattresses in landfills or are charging large “tipping fees” for their disposal.
In response to these developments, several mattress disposal programs have been established in the United States. However, consumers and retailers located in many parts of the United States do not have access to such programs.
In an effort to encourage and support the development of more mattress disposal options, ISPA has created the Mattress Disposal Work Group, whose members reflect a cross-section of the industry, including not only mattress producers, but also a variety of components manufacturers and mattress retailers. See the information below for more details about the Work Group’s efforts and other activities the Association is undertaking to improve mattress disposal and recycling options.
Read ISPA's Report: Used Mattress and Component Recycling: Opportunities and Challenges
Last Updated on: 02/25/09
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