Household hazardous wastes are any materials that may cause a human or environmental hazard when disposed of improperly. These wastes can cause serious threats to humans, wildlife, and the environment. Hazardous waste can be one or more of the following: toxic, flammable, corrosive, and reactive. We encourage you to consider non-toxic alternatives for some of the products you use.
- Cooking oil
- Auto and household batteries
- Motor oil
- Paint
- Anti-freeze
- Fluorescent bulbs
Unacceptable Items:
HOME
- Polishes & cleaning products
- Oven cleaners
- Drain openers
- Kerosene & lighter fluids
- Unwanted medications (no controlled substances — contact your pharmacist if you are unsure if your medication is a controlled substance)
- Sharps/syringes
- Cosmetics, including perfume and nail polish
- Fluorescent bulbs/tubes
- Rechargeable or alkaline batteries
- Mercury containing items (thermometers, thermostats, etc.)
GARDEN / LANDSCAPE
- Fungicides
- Insecticides
- Herbicides
- Pool chemicals
GARAGE / WORKSHOP
- Latex & oil-based paints
- Paint thinner & strippers
- Wood preservatives
- Grease & rust solvents
- Wood & metal cleaners
- Glues & cements
- Photo chemicals
- Antifreeze
- Transmission fluids
- Gasoline & fuel additives
- Carburetor cleaners
- Batteries
- Used oil & oil filters
- Propane tanks
- Treated wood
Unacceptable Items:
For other types of household hazardous waste, please contact the Napa-Vallejo Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility at 707-259-8608 or visit https://www.recology.com/recology-vallejo/hazardous-waste/
