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Environmentally Sensitive Material / Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)

Hazardous materials are identified with one or more of the symbols shown to the right.

Common Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) items include:

• Batteries (household, rechargeable, automotive);
• Energy efficient bulbs, fluorescent tubes/bulbs;
• Fuels, antifreeze, brake fluid;
• Hair dye, nail polish, nail polish remover;
• Household cleaners, such as bleach, oven cleaners, drain cleaners;
• Paints, varnish, solvents, caulking, glue;
• Pharmaceuticals;
• Propane tanks/cylinders;
• Syringes (place in a rigid, puncture resistant container);
• Thermostats containing mercury;
• Used motor oil and filters.

Disposal Instructions:

DO NOT put hazardous materials in the garbage, down a drain, or on the ground. Please take them to one of York Region's Household Hazardous Waste Depots, following these safety requirements:

• Keep materials in their original containers or ensure that the contents are clearly labelled;
• Do not mix different types of paint or products together;
• No ammunition, PCBs, asbestos, radioactive wastes or explosives will be accepted (other than aerosols and propane cylinders);
• Tightly cap all containers.

Please call 1-877-464-9675 for more information about Household Hazardous Waste (HHW).

Links to more information:

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