A purpose-built 21-gallon brown compost bin designed specifically for New York City's mandatory organics collection program. Sized to hold up to seven 3-gallon compostable bags, this brown container meets NYC composting program specifications -- including compatibility with automated lifting equipment used by DSNY collection trucks, an integrated lid latch to contain odors and prevent pests, a serial number for container identification, and an address block for property labeling. The reliable compliance solution for property managers, building superintendents, and facility teams managing organics collection across residential and commercial properties.
Key Features:
- NYC Organics Program Compliant -- Brown Color: Brown color designation meets New York City's mandatory organics collection program requirements, clearly identifying the container for compostable food scraps and organic waste separate from garbage and recycling streams.
- Holds Up to 7 Three-Gallon Compostable Bags: 21-gallon capacity accommodates up to seven standard 3-gallon compostable liner bags -- keeping organic waste contained, reducing direct contact with the bin interior, and simplifying liner changes between collection days.
- Designed for Automated Lifting Equipment: Container geometry and structural design are compatible with DSNY automated side-loader trucks -- ensuring seamless, damage-free pickup during curbside collection without manual handling.
- Integrated Lid Latch & Identification Features: Built-in lid latch mechanism contains odors and blocks pest access between collection intervals. Serial number and address block allow property managers to permanently identify and register each container for tracking and compliance purposes.
Where to Use:
- Multi-Unit Residential Buildings -- NYC: The compliant organics collection container for apartment buildings, co-ops, and condominiums participating in New York City's mandatory curbside composting program.
- Commercial Properties & Office Buildings -- NYC: Required for businesses and commercial properties subject to NYC Local Law organics separation mandates -- keeps food scraps and organic waste separated from general refuse at the source.
- HOAs & Mixed-Use Properties -- NYC: Practical for managed residential communities and mixed-use properties coordinating building-wide organics compliance across multiple units and collection points.
- Institutional & Educational Facilities -- NYC: Suits cafeteria, kitchen, and common area organics collection in schools, healthcare facilities, and institutional buildings participating in the city's composting program.