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Hazardous

A hazardous household product is one whose use or disposal poses a threat to human health or the environment. Hazardous products should not be put in the trash, down the drain, into storm drains or burned.

What do I do with hazardous waste?

What is hazardous?

Bring these kinds of items to Metro’s roundup events or permanent facilities for disposal:

  • paints and stains
  • pool and spa chemicals
  • pesticides and poisons
  • automotive products (motor oil, antifreeze)
  • thinners and solvents
  • household cleaners and disinfectants
  • batteries (some rechargeable batteries can be recycled)
  • art and hobby chemicals
  • aerosol spray products
  • sharps (medical syringes)
  • mercury-containing thermometers and thermostats

How do I know a product is hazardous?

Read the Label. Look for the following warning words on product labels:

  • danger—highly toxic, corrosive or extremely flammable.
  • caution—moderately or slightly toxic.
  • warning—moderately or slightly toxic.
  • poison—highly toxic, corrosive or extremely flammable.
  • toxic—capable of causing injury or death through ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption. Some toxic substances cause cancer, genetic mutations, and fetal harm.
  • flammable/combustible—can be easily set on fire.
  • corrosive—chemical action can burn and destroy living tissues or other materials when brought in contact.

How do I reduce my use of hazardous waste?

  • Select safer alternative products whenever you can.
  • Choose to use less-toxic products in your home and garden.
    For publications, call (503) 526-2665.
  • Learn about alternative garden and yard care methods.
    Hazardless Home Handbook  Large File—1.50MB (PDF).
    For publications, call (503) 526-2665.
  • Buy only what you need.
  • If you need to buy products that are hazardous, buy only what you will use in a reasonable period of time.
  • Share leftovers with someone who can use them. One exception:  please don’t give away old pesticides. They generally lose their effectiveness after two years, and old pesticides often contain chemicals that are now banned (e.g., DDT, Kelthane).