Hazardous recycling
How to Recycle Adhesives/Glues
Construction adhesives, epoxies, and industrial glues.
Special handlingUpdated Jun 2026
Quick answer
It depends. Solvent-based adhesives, epoxies, and construction glues are household hazardous waste and shouldn't be trashed wet or poured out. Take liquids to an HHW facility; fully cured or dried adhesive and empty tubes can usually go in the regular trash.
- Recyclable
- Not curbside
How to Prepare
- 1Use up completely if possible
- 2Keep containers sealed
- 3Allow to harden if water-based
- 4Never pour down drains