Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) includes waste – chemical and solid – generated incidental to maintaining a residence, small business, vehicle and yard. It carries labels which indicate that it is harmful to humans, animals and/or the environment.
Household Hazardous Waste also includes other types of regulated waste:
- Universal Waste (batteries, fluorescent bulbs, items with mercury, etc.)
- Electronic waste (computers, televisions, cell phones, etc.)
- Health Care Products (medications & sharps)
For more information about HHW and regulated waste visit www.dtsc.ca.gov
ACCEPTED MATERIALS
Products containing hazardous ingredients and labeled with words such as “danger,” “poison”, “flammable,” “corrosive”, “toxic” are accepted.
The following are examples of accepted material:
HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS
- Cleaners
- Aerosols
- Solvents
- Kerosene
- Pest control
- Cooking Oil
PAINT PRODUCTS
- Paint
- Stain
- Varnish
- Thinner
- Adhesives
OUTDOOR PRODUCTS
- Pesticides
- Herbicides
- Fertilizers
- Pool & hot tub chemicals
- Roofing cements
- Sealers
AUTO PRODUCTS
- Fuel
- Motor oil
- Filters
- Cleaners
- Solvents
- Antifreeze fluids
- Batteries
PERSONAL CARE
- Over-the-counter medications
- Sharps and needles (requires certified container)
UNIVERSAL WASTE
- Household batteries
- Fluorescent bulbs
- Mercury bearing items
ELECTRONIC WASTE
(E-Waste drop-off located at the Last Chance Mercantile)
- CRT Monitors
- TVs
- CPU
- Computer peripherals
- Copy & fax machines
- Cell phones
- Scanners/printers
MISCELLANEOUS
- Propane tanks (Up to 5 gallons)
- Photo development products
- Electronic toys and shoes
- Lead
- Asbestos (Nonfriable only. Must call for special instructions for transport.)
For information on other items, call the HHW Facility at 831-384-5313 ext. 27