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How to Recycle Gasoline & Kerosene
Special handlingLast reviewed September 9, 2026
Quick answer
Old gasoline and kerosene are household hazardous waste. Keep each fuel in an approved, labeled container and take it to a program that confirms fuel acceptance; never pour it onto the ground, down a drain, or into trash or recycling. Before you go, confirm that a local recycling center accepts the material in its current condition.
- Recycling route
- Special handling
Flammable household fuels that may be stale, contaminated, or left in equipment and require hazardous-waste handling.
Where to Recycle
- Permanent household hazardous-waste facilities
- Community HHW collection events
- Fuel-recovery programs that explicitly accept household quantities
How to Prepare
- 1Keep fuel in its original or an approved fuel container
- 2Label the contents and do not mix fuels or chemicals
- 3Secure the container upright in a ventilated vehicle area
- 4Confirm quantity limits and appointment rules before travel
- 5Go directly to the facility and unload only when instructed
Special Instructions
Do not use a food or beverage container. If a container is leaking, call the HHW program or fire department for instructions before moving it.
Environmental Impact
Controlled collection prevents fire, vapor exposure, water contamination, and dangerous chemical mixing.
Official guidance and resources
Accepted items and drop-off rules can vary by location. Check the destination before you go.
Hazardous Components
- Flammable vapors
- Toxic petroleum hydrocarbons
- Possible contamination from mixed fuels
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