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Household Hazardous Do's and Don'ts

HHW HOTLINE: 651-385-3105

DO BRING:
DO NOT BRING:
   
Paint/Stain/Thinner etc. -
Bring unusable paint products to the collection.



Business Wastes -
Business wastes will be refused. Businesses should contact the Olmsted County Hazardous Waste Facility at 507-328-7078
Pesticides/Herbicides -
Products designed to kill weeds, bugs, rodents, mold, and fungus.



Electronics -
Goodhue County Recycling accepts electronics during normal business hours. 651-385-3109. Fees apply.
Automotive Products -
Bad gas, cleaners, anti-freeze, fuels, grease, lead-acid batteries.

Empty Containers -
If a container is empty and dry, it is no longer hazardous. Recycle or dispose of in your trash.
Household Products -
Drain opener, strong cleaners, spot remover, adhesives, acids & bases.


Non-Hazardous Products -
Soaps, regular light bulbs, broken glass or ceramics, recyclables, trash.
Exotic Batteries -
Ni-Cad rechargeable, Button, Lithium, Mercury,
other unusual batteries.


Waste Oil, Oil Filters -
Waste oil and filters can be recycled through local sources.

Mercury Devices -
Thermometers, thermostats, mercury switches.



Medical Wastes/Sharps -
Contact your local clinic or hospital for disposal information.

Aerosol Cans -
Partial or plugged pressurized spray cans of all types. Empty, depressurized cans can be disposed of in your trash.

 

Explosives and Ammunition -
Contact local law enforcement on their non-emergency number.

Florescent Tubes -
Household generated up to 10 for free. All Business generated tubes will be billed at $.50/bulb

 

Appliances - No appliances

For safety, place waste products in a box when transporting
Questions? Call the HHW Hotline: (651) 385-3105

 

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