Acceptable Wastes at One-Day Collections
| Oil-based paints |
Used motor oil |
| Paint thinners |
Drain cleaners |
| Herbicides |
Lawn chemicals |
| Insecticides |
Solvents |
| Pesticides |
Antifreeze |
| Old Gasoline |
Hobby chemicals |
| Pool Chemicals |
Aerosol paints and pesticides |
| Cleaning Products |
Fluorescent lamp bulbs |
| Mercury |
Old and outdated medicines and pharmaceuticals |
| Household Batteries |
|
Please Do Not Bring Latex Paint
(
Disposal Options for Latex Paint)
Unacceptable Wastes
| Agricultural chemicals |
Propane Tanks* |
| Business/commercial sector wastes |
Smoke detectors |
| Explosives |
Farm machinery oil |
| Fireworks |
Fire extinguishers* |
| Lead Acid Batteries |
Institutional Wastes |
| Controlled Substances |
Sharps, needles and potentially infectious medical wastes |
* Although the Illinois EPA's contractors do not accept automotive batteries, propane tanks, or fire extinguishers, cosponsors may elect to contact a vendor willing to set up and accept these materials on the day of the collection event. Call the Illinois EPA to verify materials being accepted.
