Find safe disposal for household chemicals near you

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How to dispose of household chemicals safely

Keep chemicals in their original labelled containers. Ask the council for an approved site or collection before travel.

Possible recycling routes

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Handle household chemicals safely before disposal

• Keep the product in its original container
• Secure the lid
• Place leaking containers inside a second suitable container without mixing products

What must stay out

Keep these items separate and check the site rules before you travel.

• Never mix chemicals
• Do not pour chemicals into drains or onto the ground
• Sites set product and quantity limits

Types of site to check

These site types can list household chemicals. Each provider sets its own limits and access rules.

• Recycling centres and tips

  Council recycling centres accept many types of household waste. Check the council rules for booking, permits, proof of address, vehicle access and charges before travel.

• Specialist recycling schemes

  Collection services for items that most household recycling bins cannot accept. Schemes can use shops, postal returns or limited public drop-off points.

• Specialist disposal services

  Services for waste that needs controlled handling or a dedicated collection route. Check the official service before you move or transport the item.

• Household hazardous waste services

  Council sites and collection services for household materials that can harm people or the environment. You must check the local service before travel.

• Household waste recycling centres

  Council-run sites that accept many types of household recycling and waste. Local rules can cover booking, proof of address, vehicle permits and charges for some DIY waste.

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  Used, expired or unwanted household fire extinguishers and small fire suppression cylinders.

• Paint

  Usable leftover household paint and unwanted water-based or solvent-based paint in secure tins.

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Questions about safe household chemicals disposal

Where can I dispose of household chemicals safely?

Enter your postcode in the local finder to search recycling centres and tips and specialist recycling schemes and specialist disposal services and household hazardous waste services and household waste recycling centres near you. Check the provider page before you travel because item lists and access rules can change.

How should I handle household chemicals before disposal?

Keep chemicals in their original labelled containers. Ask the council for an approved site or collection before travel.