Can I Compost Paper tea bags?
Yes
Paper tea bags can be composted.
What to Know
- Most paper tea bags are compostable, but some may contain synthetic fibers or be treated with chemicals
- Remove any staples, tags, or strings before composting
- Avoid tea bags with a shiny coating, as these may contain plastic
Tips
- Tear the tea bags open and empty the tea leaves directly into the compost for faster decomposition
- If unsure about the bag material, you can compost just the tea leaves
- Wet tea bags can be added to your 'greens' in the compost pile