Hazardous recycling
How to Recycle Aerosol Cans
Spray paint, air fresheners, and other pressurized containers.
RecyclableUpdated Jun 2026
Quick answer
It depends. Completely empty aerosol cans are steel or aluminum and accepted in many curbside programs, but cans with product left are household hazardous waste. Don't puncture or crush them; use up the contents, then recycle the empty can or take partials to an HHW facility.
- Recyclable
- Yes
How to Prepare
- 1Use up contents completely
- 2Remove plastic caps
- 3Do not puncture or crush
- 4Check local acceptance guidelines