Leftover household products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive ingredients are considered to be "household hazardous waste" or "HHW." Products, such as paints, cleaners, oils, batteries, and pesticides, that contain potentially hazardous ingredients require special care when you dispose of them.

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. The dangers of such disposal methods might not be immediately obvious, but improper disposal of these wastes can pollute the environment and pose a threat to human health.

Please answer the following questions before you transport waste to the collection or event facility:

• Have I used up every product to the fullest extent possible?
• Have I removed al valuables, as well as, all other items that can be mistaken as hazardous and universal waste discards?
• Have I offered good, usable products I can't use to my neighbor, family or friends?
• Have I kept the amount of chemical waste to less than 5 gallons or 50 lbs for transportation? (State Law maximum transportation limit)
• Are any of the containers leaking?  If they are place them in a container or material that will not allow the leak to spread and place securely in the vehicle for safe transport.
• Is the waste in its original container, or is it properly labeled as to the contents?  The contents of the container must be the same as stated on the label.  If not, cover up the label and write the name of its contents.
• Are the items placed in a sturdy container, such as cardboard or wooden box, for transporting?  Wrap glass bottles in newspaper to prevent breakage.  Containers with flammable liquid will not be returned.
• Is the box placed in the trunk of your car or in the bed of your truck and secured to prevent movement? It is important to keep items away from passengers.