{"content_id":"cky0jkxg23","slug":"kimjang-waste-gimpo-cabbage-disposal-rules","locale":"en","schema_type":"Article","category":"knowledge_base","category_name":"Knowledge Base","title":"Gimpo Kimchi-Making Waste: Food vs. General Waste Bags","summary":"In Gimpo, outer napa cabbage leaves with soil on them go in pay-as-you-throw general waste bags. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible from napa cabbage, radish, and salted seafood before placing them in pay-as-you-throw food waste bags.","sponsorship_disclosure":null,"affiliate_disclosure":null,"commerce_disclosure":null,"author":{"name":"Injoys Editorial Team","url":"https://injoys.com/ko/about"},"key_points":["In Gimpo, outer napa cabbage leaves with soil on them go in pay-as-you-throw general waste bags.","Remove as much moisture and salt as possible from napa cabbage, radish, and salted seafood before placing them in food waste bags.","Green onion, garlic, and onion roots and skins, along with chili pepper stalks, stems, and seeds, go in general waste bags.","Blue bags for markets and shops, clear bags, and mesh vegetable bags cannot be used for waste disposal.","For items that are difficult to classify, check with Gimpo's Resource Circulation Division at 031-980-2765."],"content_markdown":"In Gimpo City, soil-covered outer cabbage leaves from kimjang waste go in pay-as-you-throw bags for general waste. Cabbage, including salted cabbage, radishes, and salted seafood go in food waste bags. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible before disposing of food waste.\n\nThe classifications and fine amounts in this article are based on Gimpo City’s notice dated October 30, 2026.\n\n## Gimpo City’s Bag Requirements by Item\n\nGimpo City specifies different bags for cabbage, radishes, and salted seafood versus soil-covered outer cabbage leaves. Even materials used for kimjang are classified differently depending on the type of waste. The rules below apply to Gimpo City.\n\n| Item and condition | Disposal bag | Preparation requirements |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Cabbage, radishes, and salted seafood | Pay-as-you-throw food waste bag | Remove as much moisture and salt as possible |\n| Bulky vegetables | Pay-as-you-throw food waste bag | Chop finely and squeeze out the moisture before disposal |\n| Vegetable scraps and seasoning ingredients | Pay-as-you-throw food waste bag | Separate the items designated as general waste below |\n| Soil-covered outer cabbage leaves | Pay-as-you-throw general waste bag | Keep separate from cabbage classified as food waste |\n| Roots and skins of green onions, garlic, onions, and similar vegetables | Pay-as-you-throw general waste bag | Keep separate from the edible parts of vegetables |\n| Chili pepper stalks, stems, and seeds | Pay-as-you-throw general waste bag | Do not mix with food waste just because they are seasoning ingredients |\n| Animal bones and fish bones | Pay-as-you-throw general waste bag | Separate from food waste |\n| Clam, oyster, and crab shells | Pay-as-you-throw general waste bag | Separate the contents from the shells |\n\n[Gimpo City’s “2026 Guide to Disposing of Kimjang Waste in Gimpo City”](https://m.gimpo.go.kr/portal/selectBbsNttView.do?bbsNo=292\u0026key=999\u0026nttNo=1035411) states:\n\n\u003e Remove as much moisture and salt as possible from cabbage, radishes, salted seafood, and similar items before disposal.\n\n## Sorting Outer Cabbage Leaves by Condition\n\nThe cabbage parts that Gimpo City’s notice explicitly classifies as general waste are soil-covered outer leaves. Salted cabbage is handled according to the food waste disposal rules for cabbage. Whether vegetables have been salted is not enough on its own to determine which bag to use for all vegetables.\n\n| Situation | How to decide |\n| --- | --- |\n| Soil-covered outer leaves are removed during trimming | Use a general waste bag |\n| Salted cabbage is left over | Remove as much moisture and salt as possible and dispose of it as food waste |\n| Trimming cabbage or radishes produces scraps | Apply the food waste rules, but separate items designated as general waste |\n| The outer leaves differ from the example in the notice, making classification unclear | Describe their condition to the Resource Circulation Division and confirm |\n\nDo not assume that all outer leaves must go in general waste bags simply because they are outer leaves. The notice specifies that outer leaves classified as general waste are “soil-covered.” It does not separately explain whether washing off the soil changes their classification.\n\n## Steps for Disposing of Vegetables as Food Waste\n\nReduce the volume of vegetables classified as food waste and remove moisture and salt before disposal. Gimpo City explains that removing moisture reduces odors and leachate. Leachate is contaminated water that drains from waste.\n\n1. First separate roots, skins, seeds, and other items designated as general waste.\n2. Finely chop bulky vegetables classified as food waste.\n3. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible from cabbage, radishes, and salted seafood.\n4. Squeeze the moisture out of the vegetables, then place them in a pay-as-you-throw food waste bag.\n\nThe notice does not specify how many times to rinse items or give a numerical salt limit. It is therefore not possible to say that washing them a certain number of times meets the requirements. If the preparation details are unclear, check with the Resource Circulation Division.\n\n## Examples of Separating Waste Produced Together\n\nWaste from a single kimjang session may need to go in different bags. One example is when both soil-covered outer leaves and salted cabbage are left over. Do not combine them in one bag simply because they came from the same ingredient.\n\n| Waste produced together | What goes in general waste | What goes in food waste |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Soil-covered outer leaves and salted cabbage | Soil-covered outer leaves | Salted cabbage with moisture and salt removed |\n| Radish trimmings and green onion roots | Green onion roots | Radish trimmings with moisture removed |\n| Salted seafood and clam or oyster shells | Clam or oyster shells | Salted seafood with moisture and salt removed |\n\n## Using Nonstandard Bags and Common Mistakes\n\nGimpo City states that waste put out in nonstandard bags will not be collected. Such disposal may result in a fine of at most 1,000,000 won. This is the upper limit stated in the notice, not an indication that every violation carries the same fine.\n\n- Blue bags used by markets and shops cannot be used for waste disposal.\n- Clear bags and vegetable mesh bags are not approved disposal bags either.\n- Even with pay-as-you-throw bags, you must distinguish between food waste and general waste bags.\n- Chili pepper seeds left over from preparing seasonings are also designated as general waste.\n- Gimpo City’s rules must not be applied as disposal rules for other areas.\n\nBags used to bring vegetables home must be distinguished from bags used to put waste out for collection. A vegetable mesh bag is not an approved disposal method even if it contains only vegetables. Use a pay-as-you-throw bag appropriate for the items being discarded.\n\n## Checking the Notice Date and Contact Details\n\nThis guide is based on October 30, 2026, the date the notice was posted. The last-modified date at the bottom of the page differs from the posting date. When citing the content, check both the notice’s title and its posting date.\n\nThe contact information in the body of the notice also needs to be distinguished from the information at the bottom of the page. The department named in the body is the Resource Circulation Division. For questions about item classification, call 031-980-2765.\n\n| Information to check | Where and how to check |\n| --- | --- |\n| Notice posting date | The posting date field in the notice |\n| Department and phone number for classification inquiries | The contact section in the body of the notice |\n| Items that are difficult to classify | Describe the ingredient, the part, whether it has soil on it, and whether it has been salted |\n| Disposal days, times, and locations | Check the disposal guidance for your area or contact the Resource Circulation Division |\n| Bag capacities and special collection schedules | Check whether Gimpo City has issued guidance specifying these details |\n\nThis notice does not specify disposal times or an end date for special collection. Do not apply other areas’ temporary rules allowing general waste bags. Bag capacities and the use of waste disposal fee stickers also cannot be determined from this notice alone.\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n\n### Does salted cabbage go in a general waste bag?\n\nSalted cabbage goes in a pay-as-you-throw food waste bag. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible from cabbage. If it is bulky, chop it finely and squeeze out the moisture.\n\n### Do green onion, garlic, and onion skins also count as food waste?\n\nGimpo City classifies the roots and skins of green onions, garlic, onions, and similar vegetables as general waste. Do not put them in food waste bags simply because they came from kimjang ingredients. Chili pepper stalks, stems, and seeds are also designated as general waste.\n\n### Can all kimjang waste go in large general waste bags during kimjang season?\n\nGimpo City’s current notice instructs residents to use different bags depending on the item. It does not allow all kimjang waste to go in general waste bags. Special collection guidance from other areas is not a basis for disposal in Gimpo City.\n\n### Can I also find disposal times and locations in this notice?\n\nThis notice does not specify disposal times or locations. Check the separate disposal guidance for your area. If you cannot confirm the details, contact Gimpo City’s Resource Circulation Division.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Gimpo City, soil-covered outer cabbage leaves from kimjang waste go in pay-as-you-throw bags for general waste. Cabbage, including salted cabbage, radishes, and salted seafood go in food waste bags. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible before disposing of food waste.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classifications and fine amounts in this article are based on Gimpo City’s notice dated October 30, 2026.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#gimpo-citys-bag-requirements-by-item\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"gimpo-citys-bag-requirements-by-item\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eGimpo City’s Bag Requirements by Item\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGimpo City specifies different bags for cabbage, radishes, and salted seafood versus soil-covered outer cabbage leaves. Even materials used for kimjang are classified differently depending on the type of waste. The rules below apply to Gimpo City.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem and condition\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisposal bag\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePreparation requirements\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eCabbage, radishes, and salted seafood\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw food waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eRemove as much moisture and salt as possible\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eBulky vegetables\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw food waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eChop finely and squeeze out the moisture before disposal\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eVegetable scraps and seasoning ingredients\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw food waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eSeparate the items designated as general waste below\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eSoil-covered outer cabbage leaves\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw general waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eKeep separate from cabbage classified as food waste\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eRoots and skins of green onions, garlic, onions, and similar vegetables\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw general waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eKeep separate from the edible parts of vegetables\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eChili pepper stalks, stems, and seeds\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw general waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eDo not mix with food waste just because they are seasoning ingredients\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eAnimal bones and fish bones\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw general waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eSeparate from food waste\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Item and condition\"\u003eClam, oyster, and crab shells\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Disposal bag\"\u003ePay-as-you-throw general waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Preparation requirements\"\u003eSeparate the contents from the shells\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://m.gimpo.go.kr/portal/selectBbsNttView.do?bbsNo=292\u0026amp;key=999\u0026amp;nttNo=1035411\"\u003eGimpo City’s “2026 Guide to Disposing of Kimjang Waste in Gimpo City”\u003c/a\u003e states:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove as much moisture and salt as possible from cabbage, radishes, salted seafood, and similar items before disposal.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#sorting-outer-cabbage-leaves-by-condition\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"sorting-outer-cabbage-leaves-by-condition\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eSorting Outer Cabbage Leaves by Condition\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabbage parts that Gimpo City’s notice explicitly classifies as general waste are soil-covered outer leaves. Salted cabbage is handled according to the food waste disposal rules for cabbage. Whether vegetables have been salted is not enough on its own to determine which bag to use for all vegetables.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSituation\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHow to decide\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Situation\"\u003eSoil-covered outer leaves are removed during trimming\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to decide\"\u003eUse a general waste bag\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Situation\"\u003eSalted cabbage is left over\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to decide\"\u003eRemove as much moisture and salt as possible and dispose of it as food waste\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Situation\"\u003eTrimming cabbage or radishes produces scraps\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to decide\"\u003eApply the food waste rules, but separate items designated as general waste\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Situation\"\u003eThe outer leaves differ from the example in the notice, making classification unclear\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"How to decide\"\u003eDescribe their condition to the Resource Circulation Division and confirm\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not assume that all outer leaves must go in general waste bags simply because they are outer leaves. The notice specifies that outer leaves classified as general waste are “soil-covered.” It does not separately explain whether washing off the soil changes their classification.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#steps-for-disposing-of-vegetables-as-food-waste\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"steps-for-disposing-of-vegetables-as-food-waste\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eSteps for Disposing of Vegetables as Food Waste\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce the volume of vegetables classified as food waste and remove moisture and salt before disposal. Gimpo City explains that removing moisture reduces odors and leachate. Leachate is contaminated water that drains from waste.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst separate roots, skins, seeds, and other items designated as general waste.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely chop bulky vegetables classified as food waste.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove as much moisture and salt as possible from cabbage, radishes, and salted seafood.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze the moisture out of the vegetables, then place them in a pay-as-you-throw food waste bag.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe notice does not specify how many times to rinse items or give a numerical salt limit. It is therefore not possible to say that washing them a certain number of times meets the requirements. If the preparation details are unclear, check with the Resource Circulation Division.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#examples-of-separating-waste-produced-together\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"examples-of-separating-waste-produced-together\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eExamples of Separating Waste Produced Together\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaste from a single kimjang session may need to go in different bags. One example is when both soil-covered outer leaves and salted cabbage are left over. Do not combine them in one bag simply because they came from the same ingredient.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWaste produced together\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat goes in general waste\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat goes in food waste\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Waste produced together\"\u003eSoil-covered outer leaves and salted cabbage\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What goes in general waste\"\u003eSoil-covered outer leaves\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What goes in food waste\"\u003eSalted cabbage with moisture and salt removed\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Waste produced together\"\u003eRadish trimmings and green onion roots\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What goes in general waste\"\u003eGreen onion roots\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What goes in food waste\"\u003eRadish trimmings with moisture removed\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Waste produced together\"\u003eSalted seafood and clam or oyster shells\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What goes in general waste\"\u003eClam or oyster shells\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"What goes in food waste\"\u003eSalted seafood with moisture and salt removed\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#using-nonstandard-bags-and-common-mistakes\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"using-nonstandard-bags-and-common-mistakes\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eUsing Nonstandard Bags and Common Mistakes\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGimpo City states that waste put out in nonstandard bags will not be collected. Such disposal may result in a fine of at most 1,000,000 won. This is the upper limit stated in the notice, not an indication that every violation carries the same fine.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue bags used by markets and shops cannot be used for waste disposal.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear bags and vegetable mesh bags are not approved disposal bags either.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEven with pay-as-you-throw bags, you must distinguish between food waste and general waste bags.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChili pepper seeds left over from preparing seasonings are also designated as general waste.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGimpo City’s rules must not be applied as disposal rules for other areas.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBags used to bring vegetables home must be distinguished from bags used to put waste out for collection. A vegetable mesh bag is not an approved disposal method even if it contains only vegetables. Use a pay-as-you-throw bag appropriate for the items being discarded.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#checking-the-notice-date-and-contact-details\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"checking-the-notice-date-and-contact-details\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eChecking the Notice Date and Contact Details\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide is based on October 30, 2026, the date the notice was posted. The last-modified date at the bottom of the page differs from the posting date. When citing the content, check both the notice’s title and its posting date.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contact information in the body of the notice also needs to be distinguished from the information at the bottom of the page. The department named in the body is the Resource Circulation Division. For questions about item classification, call 031-980-2765.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInformation to check\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhere and how to check\u003c/th\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Information to check\"\u003eNotice posting date\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where and how to check\"\u003eThe posting date field in the notice\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Information to check\"\u003eDepartment and phone number for classification inquiries\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where and how to check\"\u003eThe contact section in the body of the notice\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Information to check\"\u003eItems that are difficult to classify\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where and how to check\"\u003eDescribe the ingredient, the part, whether it has soil on it, and whether it has been salted\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Information to check\"\u003eDisposal days, times, and locations\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where and how to check\"\u003eCheck the disposal guidance for your area or contact the Resource Circulation Division\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Information to check\"\u003eBag capacities and special collection schedules\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-label=\"Where and how to check\"\u003eCheck whether Gimpo City has issued guidance specifying these details\u003c/td\u003e\n\u003c/tr\u003e\n\u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis notice does not specify disposal times or an end date for special collection. Do not apply other areas’ temporary rules allowing general waste bags. Bag capacities and the use of waste disposal fee stickers also cannot be determined from this notice alone.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#does-salted-cabbage-go-in-a-general-waste-bag\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"does-salted-cabbage-go-in-a-general-waste-bag\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eDoes salted cabbage go in a general waste bag?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalted cabbage goes in a pay-as-you-throw food waste bag. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible from cabbage. If it is bulky, chop it finely and squeeze out the moisture.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#do-green-onion-garlic-and-onion-skins-also-count-as-food-waste\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"do-green-onion-garlic-and-onion-skins-also-count-as-food-waste\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eDo green onion, garlic, and onion skins also count as food waste?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGimpo City classifies the roots and skins of green onions, garlic, onions, and similar vegetables as general waste. Do not put them in food waste bags simply because they came from kimjang ingredients. Chili pepper stalks, stems, and seeds are also designated as general waste.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#can-all-kimjang-waste-go-in-large-general-waste-bags-during-kimjang-season\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"can-all-kimjang-waste-go-in-large-general-waste-bags-during-kimjang-season\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCan all kimjang waste go in large general waste bags during kimjang season?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGimpo City’s current notice instructs residents to use different bags depending on the item. It does not allow all kimjang waste to go in general waste bags. Special collection guidance from other areas is not a basis for disposal in Gimpo City.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"#can-i-also-find-disposal-times-and-locations-in-this-notice\" class=\"anchor\" id=\"can-i-also-find-disposal-times-and-locations-in-this-notice\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003eCan I also find disposal times and locations in this notice?\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis notice does not specify disposal times or locations. Check the separate disposal guidance for your area. If you cannot confirm the details, contact Gimpo City’s Resource Circulation Division.\u003c/p\u003e\n","tags":["Waste sorting","Kimchi making"],"faqs":[{"question":"Which bag should outer cabbage leaves with soil on them go in in Gimpo City?","answer":"Outer cabbage leaves with soil on them go in pay-as-you-throw bags for general waste. Gimpo City's notice explicitly specifies soil on the leaves as a condition for classifying them as general waste."},{"question":"How should salted cabbage and leftover radishes be disposed of?","answer":"Cabbage and radishes go in pay-as-you-throw bags for food waste. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible. Cut bulky vegetables into small pieces, then squeeze out the moisture thoroughly before putting them in the bag."},{"question":"Are green onion roots and garlic and onion skins food waste?","answer":"Gimpo City's notice classifies roots and skins from green onions, garlic, onions, and similar vegetables as general waste. Put them in pay-as-you-throw bags for general waste for disposal."},{"question":"Which bag should chili pepper seeds and stems go in?","answer":"Chili pepper stalks, stems, and seeds go in pay-as-you-throw bags for general waste. Do not mix them with food waste just because they came from preparing seasonings."},{"question":"Can salted fermented seafood and clam and oyster shells be disposed of together?","answer":"They must go in separate bags. Remove as much moisture and salt as possible from salted fermented seafood and dispose of it as food waste. Clam, oyster, and crab shells are classified as general waste."},{"question":"Will waste be collected if it is put out in mesh vegetable bags or clear bags?","answer":"Gimpo City explicitly states that waste put out in nonstandard bags, such as mesh vegetable bags or clear bags, will not be collected. According to the notice dated October 30, 2026, a fine of at most 1 million won may be imposed."},{"question":"Can all vegetables be put in general waste bags during kimchi-making season in Gimpo City too?","answer":"This notice provides separate lists of items classified as food waste and general waste. It does not permit all vegetables to be put in general waste bags. Temporary disposal rules from other areas must not be applied to Gimpo City."},{"question":"Do outer leaves become food waste if they are washed?","answer":"The notice does not specify whether washing soil off outer leaves changes their classification. Describe the condition of the material and check with Gimpo City's Resource Circulation Division at 031-980-2765."},{"question":"What are the waste set-out times, and when does special collection end?","answer":"The notice dated October 30, 2026 does not specify waste set-out times or the end date for special collection. Check the separate disposal instructions for your residential area or contact Gimpo City's Resource Circulation Division."}],"sources":[{"url":"https://m.gimpo.go.kr/portal/selectBbsNttView.do?bbsNo=292\u0026key=999\u0026nttNo=1035411","title":"Gimpo City Resource Circulation Division, 2026 Gimpo City Guide to Disposing of Kimchi-Making Waste, October 30, 2026","type":"source"}],"images":[{"id":2469,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6Mzg0MTgsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--53f3ffc10debffb493913193fd27043e76e3c310/ai-23ee3e6c.webp","is_representative":true,"generation_method":"ai_photo","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"집 마당에서 장갑과 앞치마를 착용한 여성이 흙 묻은 배추 겉잎을 별도 자루에 넣고 있다.","caption":"김포시에서는 흙 묻은 배추 겉잎을 일반용 종량제봉투에 배출한다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"An older woman in a courtyard puts soil-covered napa cabbage leaves into a separate sack.","caption":"In Gimpo, soil-covered outer cabbage leaves must go in designated general-waste bags.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"家の庭で、手袋とエプロンを着けた年配の女性が土の付いた白菜の外葉を別の袋に入れている。","caption":"金浦市では、土の付いた白菜の外葉は一般ごみ用の指定袋で出す。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Una mujer mayor deposita hojas de col china con tierra en un saco separado en el patio de una casa.","caption":"En Gimpo, las hojas exteriores de col china con tierra deben desecharse en bolsas oficiales para residuos generales.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Seorang perempuan lansia memasukkan daun sawi putih berlumur tanah ke karung terpisah di halaman rumah.","caption":"Di Gimpo, daun luar sawi putih yang berlumur tanah harus dibuang dalam kantong resmi untuk sampah umum.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Uma mulher idosa coloca folhas de acelga-chinesa com terra num saco separado no quintal de uma casa.","caption":"Em Gimpo, as folhas externas de acelga-chinesa com terra devem ser descartadas em sacos oficiais para lixo comum.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"一位年長婦女戴著手套、穿著圍裙，在住家庭院將沾滿泥土的大白菜外葉放入另一個袋子。","caption":"金浦市規定，沾有泥土的大白菜外葉應使用一般垃圾專用計量垃圾袋丟棄。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Eine ältere Frau legt im Innenhof erdige Chinakohlblätter in einen separaten Sack.","caption":"In Gimpo gehören erdige äußere Chinakohlblätter in die vorgeschriebenen Restmüllsäcke.","description":null}}},{"id":2470,"url":"https://injoys.com/rails/active_storage/blobs/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6Mzg0MjEsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--985cfafdfcc2097dfd993723df4585d845f7e448/ai-8acac4f0.webp","is_representative":false,"generation_method":"ai_semi","license":"ai_generated","mime_type":"image/webp","width":1536,"height":1024,"translations":{"ko":{"alt":"주방 싱크대의 채반 위에서 두 손으로 배추의 물기를 짜는 남성","caption":"김포시에서는 배추의 물기와 염분을 최대한 제거한 뒤 음식물용 종량제봉투에 배출한다.","description":null},"en":{"alt":"A man squeezes water from napa cabbage with both hands over a colander in a kitchen sink.","caption":"In Gimpo, remove as much moisture and salt as possible from cabbage before using designated food-waste bags.","description":null},"ja":{"alt":"台所のシンクに置いたざるの上で、両手で白菜の水気を絞る男性","caption":"金浦市では、白菜の水気と塩分をできるだけ取り除いてから食品ごみ専用の有料指定袋で出す。","description":null},"es":{"alt":"Un hombre exprime col china con ambas manos sobre un colador en el fregadero.","caption":"En Gimpo, la col debe escurrirse y desalarse al máximo antes de desecharla en bolsas oficiales para residuos alimentarios.","description":null},"id":{"alt":"Seorang pria memeras sawi putih dengan kedua tangan di atas saringan di bak cuci dapur.","caption":"Di Gimpo, kurangi air dan garam pada sawi putih semaksimal mungkin sebelum membuangnya dalam kantong resmi sampah makanan.","description":null},"pt":{"alt":"Um homem espreme couve-chinesa com as duas mãos sobre um escorredor na pia da cozinha.","caption":"Em Gimpo, deve-se retirar o máximo de água e sal da couve-chinesa antes de descartá-la em sacos oficiais para resíduos alimentares.","description":null},"zh-hant":{"alt":"一名男子在廚房水槽的濾盆上方，用雙手擠出大白菜的水分。","caption":"金浦市規定，大白菜應盡量去除水分與鹽分，再裝入廚餘專用計量垃圾袋丟棄。","description":null},"de":{"alt":"Ein Mann drückt Chinakohl mit beiden Händen über einem Sieb in der Küchenspüle aus.","caption":"In Gimpo muss Kohl vor der Entsorgung in gebührenpflichtigen Speiseabfallbeuteln möglichst von Wasser und Salz befreit werden.","description":null}}}],"published_at":"2026-11-06T01:06:40+09:00","updated_at":"2026-11-06T01:06:40+09:00","license":"cc_by","translation_status":"reviewed","available_locales":["ko","en","ja","es"],"data_locales":["ko","en","ja","es","id","pt","zh-hant","de"],"url":"https://injoys.com/en/articles/kimjang-waste-gimpo-cabbage-disposal-rules"}