Many pesticides, weed killers, automotive products, cleaning products and hobby supplies that we use in our homes contain toxic chemicals that become hazardous waste. If we simply toss these products in the garbage, pour them down the drain, or dump them onto the ground, the result can be pollution to our soil and water.

The Macomb County Health Department accepts household hazardous waste, free of charge, from Macomb County residents on scheduled collection days in an effort to assure proper disposal of these materials.

For collection dates, times and locations click here.

Typical materials accepted include:

 

Automotive Products
	-used motor oil and filters	-brake fluid
	-battery acid	-transmission fluid
	-gasoline	-antifreeze
	-cleaners,waxes, polishes

Lawn/Garden Products
-pesticides	-weed killers
-fertilizers	-poisons

Household Products
-oven cleaner	-oil based paint
-drain cleaner	-muriatic acid
-rat/ant poison	-pool chemicals
-degreasers	-photography chemicals
-household batteries	-unused aerosols
-nail polish & remover	-products containing mercury
-solvents	-fluorescent tubes
-non-narcotic medications	-Coleman lighter fluid

          

Materials that will NOT be accepted are:

     Latex (water based) paint - see "How to Dispose of Latex Paint" below

     Automotive/marine batteries - return to battery retailer

     Propane tanks - contact your local propane distributor

     Ammunition and explosives - contact your local law enforcement agency

     Smoke detectors-return to manufacturer or wrap in newsprint and discard at curbside

     Syringes and sharps - contact your local pharmacy or hospital

 

How to Dispose of Latex Paint

1.  Latex paint must be dried out or solidified prior to disposal.  Use cat litter or other suitable absorbent material to dry out the paint.

2.  Once the paint is solidified, leave the lid off the can and set it out for collection with your regular curbside refuse.  Waste hauling companies can not and will not accept liquid waste materials.

3.  If you are unsure whether the paint is latex (water-based), refer to the clean-up instructions on the paint can.  Clean-up for latex paint can be done using water.

 

 

Questions?

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