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Properly rinsing chemical containers before recycling is crucial to protect waste workers and prevent contamination. This guide explains when and how to rinse different types of containers, including hazardous and household chemical ones. Follow these steps to recycle responsibly and keep your community safe.
Containers labeled with chemical warnings require triple rinsing and must be completely empty before recycling.
Biohazard and medical chemical containers are not accepted in single stream recycling and require special disposal.
If leftover chemical product remains, take the container to a household hazardous waste facility instead of recycling it.
Improper disposal of chemical containers can harm sanitation workers, contaminate recycling streams, and pose environmental risks. Educating the public on correctly rinsing and recycling these containers promotes safer waste handling and supports sustainability efforts nationwide by ensuring recyclable materials are properly processed.
Always triple rinse chemical containers with water and let them air dry completely before placing them in your recycling bin.
