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List of Hazardous Household Waste

Improper disposal of household hazardous wastes can include pouring them down the drain, on the ground, into storm sewers, or in some cases putting them out with the trash. Improper disposal of these wastes can pollute the environment and pose a threat to human health. Many communities in the United States offer a variety of options for conveniently and safely managing househole hazardous wastes.

Check with your local waste disposal company for their guidelines on the safe disposal of these potentially hazardous household waste items.

  • Motor oil filters (recycle oil)
  • Gasoline, antifreeze or other auto fluids
  • Tires
  • Paints, stains, thinners & solvents
  • Pool & spa chemicals
  • Pesticides, herbicides, poisons & fertilizer
  • Household cleaners
  • Batteries
  • Art & hobby supplies
  • Aerosol spray products
  • Propane tanks & bottles
  • Fluorescent bulbs, compact fluorescent bulbs & ballasts
  • Thermometers & thermostats containing mercury
  • Nail polish remover, hair color & permanents, alcohol-based perfumes
  • Cellular phones
  • Electronics
  • Medications
  • Appliances
  • Old carpet
  • Furniture
  • Construction remnants
  • Barbeque grills (remove propane tanks before discarding)
  • Lawn mowers (remove gasoline & oil before discarding)
  • Playground equipment
  • Picnic tables
  • Sheds
  • Pianos, organs & other instruments
  • Some yard waste
  • Syringes

 

 

 

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