Hazardous Household Waste
Hazardous Household Waste (HHW) can be found in the home, yard, and garage and must be disposed of properly. It is not only illegal to dispose of these wastes with your household garbage it is bad for the environment (see below for some examples of hazardous waste). Fortunately, it is easy to cut down by using fewer products and less toxic environment friendly products.
Household Cleaners can contain chemicals that are toxic, corrosive and sometimes flammable:
- Oven cleaners
- Rug and Upholstery Cleaners
- Disinfectant
- Bleached-based Cleaners
- Ammonia-based Cleaners
Other Home Products can contain chemicals that are toxic and flammable:
- Aerosol Spray Cans
- Batteries
- Floor and Furniture Polish
- Nail Polish and Remover
- Medicines
Pesticide and Garden Products can contain chemicals that are toxic and sometimes flammable:
- Chemical Fertilizers
- Insecticides or Bug Killers
- Fungicides
- Rodent Poisons
- Flea Collars and Sprays
Pool and Hobby Products can contain chemicals that are toxic, explosive, and corrosive:
- Artists and Model Paints
- Pool Chemicals
- Firearms cleaning Solvents and Ammunition
- Photographic Chemicals
- Solvent Based Glue
Paint Products can contain chemicals that are toxic and flammable:
- Enamel/Oil/Water/ Latex/ based Paint
- Paint and Furniture Stripper
- Varnish
- Thinner, Solvent and Turpentine
- Stains and Varnish
Automotive Products can contain chemicals that are toxic, corrosive, and flammable:
- Antifreeze and Transmission Fluid
- Motor Oil and Gasoline
- Car Wax
- Auto and Motorcycle Batteries
- Engine Cleaner and Degreaser
Household Hazardous items can be dropped off at the San Joaquin County Household Hazardous Waste Consolidation Facility located at:
7850 R.A. Bridgeford Street
Stockton, CA 95206
(209) 468-3066
Hours of Operation:
Thursday Through Saturday
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
