Recology SF Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Address

501 Tunnel Avenue

San Francisco, CA 94134

Map link

Phone

(415) 330-1405

Website

Recology SF Household Hazardous Waste Facility

Call to find out hours of operation.

Accepted Items

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Chemical sprays, liquids & powders

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Many common household products (cleaners, detergents, pest sprays, etc.) may contain toxic chemicals. Look for Signal Word on product label: CAUTION, DANGER, WARNING. No business waste.
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House Paint

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Includes indoor and outdoor, latex and oil-base. Max 5 gal/day at Retail Take-Back locations. No business waste. Recycle empty and dry small paint can s in blue recycling bin.
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Household Batteries

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Put small household batteries into a clear plastic bag on top of black bin or search for retail take-back location. PUT CLEAR TAPE OVER CONTACTS OF LITHIUM BATTERIES. No business waste.
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Cooking Oil, Grease, Fats

Max 10 gals/day. No business waste. Absorb small amounts with paper towels and place in green compost bin or collect, strain, and reuse it.
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Syringes, needles

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Take to a designated drop-off location. NO LOOSE NEEDLES. Needles must be inside a Sharps Container. Free replacement sharps containers available. No business waste.
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BBQ 20-pound/5-gal propane tank

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Return to grocery store or propane vendor for exchange
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Light bulbs (LED)

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Many LED lighting products contain toxic metals other than mercury. Max 5 bulbs or tubes per day. No business waste at Retail Take-Back locations.

Helium Tank (empty)

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
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Light bulbs (CFLs and tubes)

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Many older types of energy efficient lighting contain toxic mercury. Max 5 bulbs or tubes per day. No business waste at Retail Take-Back locations.
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Solvents

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
A flammable liquid typically used as a fuel or cleaner. Look for Signal Word on product label: CAUTION, DANGER, WARNING. No business waste.
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Spray paint

Needs Special Disposal (Hazardous)
Retail Take-Back locations do NOT collect spray paint. Use up and recycle empty can in blue recycling bin - remove cap and tip. Handle full or partial spray cans as chemical spray. No business waste.