Profit on Paper - How Much You Can Earn from Waste Paper in 2025.

Excess paper at home is not just garbage, but an opportunity to earn a little. Ukrainians can get rid of it by selling it for recycling. Although currently the price per kilogram of raw material is not very high, the final amount directly depends on the volume.

This article discusses how much Ukrainians can earn from waste paper in 2025 and what determines the price of 1 kg, according to the editorial team of Novyny.LIVE.

What Affects the Price of Paper Waste

There is no fixed price for waste paper — it is formed depending on several factors: moisture content, cleanliness, type of paper, degree of wear and contamination.

Nevertheless, one can easily get rid of old books or boxes and contribute to environmental conservation at the same Time. In 2025, the recycling points accept:

• notebooks;
• old books;
• office papers;
• advertising catalogs;
• cardboard and packaging;
• periodicals (newspapers, magazines), etc.

The price for a kilogram of secondary raw material is influenced by the volume, preparation for recycling, type of waste paper, its condition, degree of contamination, and even the appearance of the packaging.

To get the most advantageous payment, you should prepare the paper: sort it, remove foreign impurities (staples, plastic), and compress it into bales or neat bundles.

How Much They Pay for Waste Paper in 2025

Currently, for the collected paper, one can receive an average of 3 to 7 UAH per kilogram. The price depends on the specific enterprise and region. If you deliver a large amount of waste paper, the enterprise may provide transportation for removal, which significantly simplifies the process.

On the online platform OLX, you can also find numerous ads about accepting paper raw materials. In most cases, the specific price is not indicated, so you will need to call to clarify. On average, according to the ads, they accept waste paper for 4 UAH/kg.

Previously, we wrote that in Ukraine you can get money for handing over scrap metal — it can be found in old equipment, buildings, furniture, cars, and even in the trash. However, there is a list of prohibited items that will not be accepted.

We also mentioned that having an old car can earn you money by selling it for scrap. They accept both the car body and its parts for recycling. This is not only additional income but also beneficial for nature. Before handing over the car, it should be prepared.

Handing over waste paper can be not only a way to get rid of excess items but also an opportunity to earn extra money. The price per kilogram depends on various factors, but this is a universal way for charitable actions as well as for making a profit.