Waste - Household Hazardous
Household hazardous waste (HHW) refers to any hazardous waste generated from household materials or products. This type of waste includes items such as:
- cleaning agents
- automotive chemicals
- paints and solvents
- rubber cement
- batteries
- fluorescent bulbs
HHW is often found in households and small businesses and can pose a significant risk to human health and the environment if not handled and disposed of properly. Many HHW items contain chemicals that can be toxic, flammable, or corrosive, and can cause injury or illness if not managed correctly.
It is important to properly dispose of HHW to ensure that these materials are not released into the environment or landfills, where they can pose a risk to human health and the ecosystem.
Additional HHW items: all-purpose cleaners, anti-freeze, brake fluid, disinfectants, drain opener, furniture polish, household cleaners, motor oil, oven cleaner, rug cleaner, silver polish, solvents, toilet bowl cleaner, tub/tile cleaner.
