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St. Louis-Jefferson
Solid Waste Management District
Serving the City of St. Louis, Jefferson County
and St. Louis County, Missouri
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POTENTIAL HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PRODUCTS
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Automotive Products
Antifreeze
Auto Battery
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Brake Fluid
Car Wax with Solvent
Carburetor Cleaner (fuel injectors)
Degreasers
Diesel
Fuel Oil
Kerosene
Metal Polish with Solvent
Motor Oil
Oil Filters
Windshield Washer Solution
Home Products
Aerosol Products
Air Freshener
Batteries - Button, Rechargeable
Bleach
Cleaner - All Purpose
Cleaner - Ammonia-based
Cleaner - Bleach-based
Disinfectant
Drain Cleaner
Floor Care Products (wax/stripper)
Flourescent Lights
Furniture Polish with Solvents
Furniture Cleaner
Metal Polish with Solvents
Moth Balls
Oven Cleaner (lye based)
Pet Supplies/Flea and Tick Control
Scouring Powder or Abrasive Cleaners
Shoe Polish
Smoke Detector
Spot Removers/Carpet
Thermometers and Thermostats
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Upholstery and Rug Cleaner
Window/Glass Cleaner
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Personal Care Products
Hair Spray
Hair Permanent Lotion
Hydrogen Peroxide
Isopropyl Alcohol (rubbing alcohol)
Nail Polish
Nail Polish Remover
Prescription and Over-the-Counter Medicine
Home Improvements
Adhesives and Glues (solvent-based)
Furniture Stripper
Latex Paint and Primer
Oil-based Paint and Primer
Paint Brush Cleaner
Paint Remover and Stripper
Paint Thinner
Stain and Varnish
Wood Preservative
Indoor Pesticides
Lawn and Garden
Miscellaneous
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DESCRIPTION OF HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PRODUCTS
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AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS
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ANTIFREEZE
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Hazardous Components
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Ethylene glycol
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Property
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Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Recycle
Drain into leakproof container, seal, label and save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Antifreeze with propylene glycol is less toxic to animals.
When possible, have antifreeze changed at professional facility which
recycles antifreeze.
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AUTO BATTERY
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Hazardous Components
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Sulfuric acid, lead
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Property
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Corrosive, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Recycle
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Trade in old battery for recycling when buying new one.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
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Hazardous Components
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Hydrocarbons, mineral oils, glycols, heavy metals
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Recycle; save for HHW collection; can be mixed with used motor oil and recycled.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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When possible have fluid changed at professional facility which recycles transmission fluid.
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BRAKE FLUID
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Hazardous Components
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Glycols (ethers), heavy metals
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Property
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Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.; can be mixed with used motor oil and recycled.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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When possible have brake fluid changed at a professional facility which recycles brake fluid.
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CAR WAX, POLISH, CLEANER WITH SOLVENTS
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Hazardous Components
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Caustics, acids, petroleum distillates (petroleum naphtha)
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Property
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Corrosive, Toxic, Flammable
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.; if hardened, place in trash.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Not Applicable
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CARBURETOR CLEANER (FUEL INJECTORS)
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Hazardous Components
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Cresol, methylene chloride, sodium cromate
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Not Applicable
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DEGREASER
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Hazardous Components
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Chlorinated solvents
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Use water-based detergents or citrus-based degreasers.
Use car wash which has with coin-operated steam cleaning equipment.
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DIESEL
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Hazardous Components
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Hydrocarbons, mineral oils
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Not Applicable
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FUEL OIL
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Hazardous Components
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Hydrocarbons, mineral oils
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Not Applicable
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GASOLINE
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Hazardous Components
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Hydrocarbons; Tetraethyl lead (leaded gasoline); Benzene, ethyl dichloride, methanol (unleaded gasoline)
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection. Store in an approved air-tight container away from heat, sparks and flame.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Not Applicable
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KEROSENE
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Hazardous Components
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Hydrocarbons, mineral oils
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Not Applicable
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METAL POLISH WITH SOLVENT
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Hazardous Components
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Caustics, acids, petroleum distillates
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Property
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Corrosive, Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.
If hardened, place in trash.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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To polish chrome, make paste of baking soda and water; apply with soft cloth; and after few minutes rinse clean and dry.
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MOTOR OIL
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Hazardous Components
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Hydrocarbons, mineral oils, lead, heavy metals
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Pour into container, seal and label container and then recycle.; call District to find out where used motor oil is accepted. automatic
transmission fluid and brake fluid can be mixed with used motor oil and recycled. Do not mix solvents, gasoline or antifreeze with used oil.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Consider use of re-refined or synthetic motor oil.
Have oil changed at professional facility which recycles motor oil.
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OIL FILTER
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Hazardous Components
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Hydrocarbons, mineral oils, lead, heavy metal
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Property
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Combustible, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Recycle;
Save for HHW collection;
Place filter in leakproof container, puncture filter and let drain for 24 hours. Recycle
used motor oil. Filter can be placed in trash or saved for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Not Applicable
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WINDSHIELD WASHER SOLUTION
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Hazardous Components
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Methyl alcohol, ethylene glycol, isopropanol
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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If connected to sanitary sewer, small quantities can be flushed down drain with plenty of water. Do not flush methanol.
Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Use plain water
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HOME PRODUCTS
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AEROSOL PRODUCTS
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Hazardous Components
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Various components
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Property
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Flammable, toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Finish up container or share; put empty can in trash.
If not empty, save for HHW collection.
Or, spray into deep cardboard box
outdoors until can is empty, allow box to dry and place empty can and box in trash.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Consider pump spray, roll-on, liquid or non-aerosol spray.
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AIR FRESHENER
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Hazardous Components
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Formaldehyde, petroleum distillates, p-dichlorobenzene, aerosol propellents
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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If used up or dried up, put in trash.
If not, save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Clean or remove cause of odor. Improve ventilation.
Leave baking soda in open containers in refrigerator and freezer, closets and
bathrooms.
Sprinkle baking soda or set vinegar out in open dish in odor-producing areas.
Use potpourri, simmer cinnamon or cloves in water on top of stove or burn scented candles.
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BATTERIES - BUTTON, RECHARGEABLE
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Hazardous Components
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Zinc, lead, alkalines, nickel, cadmium, mercury, silver, electrolytes
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Property
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Corrosive, Toxic Flammable, Reactive
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Proper Disposal
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Call District about recycling button batteries and nickel cadmium batteries.
Place alkaline batteries in trash.
Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Consider rechargeable batteries.
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation has list of retailers which accept Nickel-Cadmium
batteries at www.rbrc.com/consumer/us/locate.html
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BLEACH
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Hazardous Components
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Chlorine, 5% sodium hypochlorite solution
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Property
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Irritant
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Proper Disposal
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Liquid - If home is connected to sewer system, pour less than 1 cup in drain or toilet and flush with plenty of water.
If home
is connected to septic tank, pour less than 1 cup down drain at a time and flush with plenty of water.
Do not mix products.
Powder - Put sealed box in bag and place in trash.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Consider non-chlorine bleach, hydrogen peroxide-based bleach, borax or washing soda. Reduce the amount of chlorine bleach used.
Non-chlorine bleach does not have disinfectant properties.
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CLEANER - ALL PURPOSE
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Hazardous Components
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Ammonia, ethylene glycol, monobutyl acetate, sodium hyperchlorite or trisodium phosphate
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Property
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Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Liquid - If home is connected to sewer system, flush down drain with plenty of water.
Liquid - If home is connected to septic tank,
flush no more than 1 cup at a time down the drain with plenty of water.
Do not mix products.
Aerosol - Finish up container or share, put empty can in trash.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Wipe surfaces down after use.
Dissolve 4 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart warm water or sprinkle baking soda on a damp sponge.
Or, mix 1 quart hot water, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil-based soap/detergent, 1 teaspoon borax and 2 tablespoons vinegar.
Or, mix ½ cup vinegar in 1 quart warm water.
Or, mix ½ cup ammonia, 1/4 cup
vinegar and a handful of baking soda in a gallon of warm water. Can be used on tile. Do not use on wood.
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CLEANER - AMMONIA-BASED
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Hazardous Components
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Ammonia, ethanol
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Property
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Corrosive, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Flush down drain with plenty of water.
do not mix products.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Wipe surfaces down after use.
Dissolve 4 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart warm water or sprinkle baking soda on a damp sponge.
Or, mix 1 quart hot water, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil-based soap/detergent, 1 teaspoon borax and 2 tablespoons vinegar.
Or, mix ½ cup vinegar in 1 quart warm water.
Or, mix ½ cup ammonia, 1/4 cup
vinegar and a handful of baking soda in a gallon of warm water. Can be used on tile. Do not use on wood.
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CLEANER - BLEACH-BASED
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Hazardous Components
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Sodium or potassium hydroxide, hydrogen peroxide, sodium or calcium hypochlorite
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Property
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Corrosive, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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If home is connected to sewer system, flush down drain with plenty of water.
If home is connected to a septic tank, flush no more
than 1 cup at a time down drain with plenty of water.
Do not mix products.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Wipe surfaces down after use.
Dissolve 4 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart warm water or sprinkle baking soda on a damp sponge.
Or, mix 1 quart hot water, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil-based soap/detergent, 1 teaspoon borax and 2 tablespoons vinegar.
Or, mix ½ cup vinegar in 1 quart warm water.
Or, mix ½ cup ammonia, 1/4 cup
vinegar and a handful of baking soda in a gallon of warm water. Can
be used on tile. Do not use on wood.
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DISINFECTANT
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Hazardous Components
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Diethylene or methylene glycol, sodium hypochlorite, pine oil, ammonia, detergent, cresol, lye, phenol
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Property
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Corrosive/Caustic, Irritant, Toxic, Flammable
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Proper Disposal
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Liquid - If home is connected to sewer system,
pour down drain and flush with plenty of water. If home is connected to septic tank, pour no more than 1 cup per day in drain at a time and flush with plenty of water.
Do not mix products.
Aerosol - Finish up container or share; put empty can in trash.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Keep surfaces dry.
Wash items with water and soap, borax or washing soda.
Or, wash large surfaces with a solution of ½ cup borax
dissolved in one gallon of hot water.
Or, mix 1/4 cup liquid chlorine bleach in 1 gallon of water.
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DRAIN CLEANER
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Hazardous Components
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Sodium or potassium hydroxide, sodium hypochlorite, hydrochloric acid, lye, sulfuric acid
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Property
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Corrosive, Irritant, Reactive, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Liquid - If home is connected to sewer system, pour down drain and flush with plenty of water. Do not mix products.
Crystals - If
container, less than 1/4 full, wrap up closed container in newspaper and place in trash. Save larger amounts for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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To prevent clogging, cover all drains with screens.
To prevent clogging of kitchen drain, use a strainer, collect grease in cans and
pour a kettle of boiling water down the drain weekly to melt fat.
Pour ½ cup baking soda into drain, then ½ cup white vinegar.
Cover drain and let stand for 15 minutes. Flush with 2 quarts of boiling water. Then use plunger.
For serious clogs, use plunger or plumber’s snake.
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FLOOR CARE PRODUCT (CLEANER/WAX/STRIPPER)
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Hazardous Components
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Petroleum distillates, naphthas, pine oil
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Property
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Flammable, Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Save for HHW collection.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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To remove wax, pour small amount of club soda on section of floor. Scrub well, let soak for a few minutes and wipe clean.
Wood
floors - Damp mop with mild vegetable oil soap and dry immediately.
Painted or varnished floors - Mix 1 teaspoon washing soda in 1 gallon hot water, apply to floor, rinse with clear water, dry
immediately.
Polyurethane-sealed wood floors - Mix 1/4 cup white vinegar in 1 gallon water. Dry immediately.
Vinyl and linoleum floor coverings - Mix 1/4 cup white vinegar, 1/4 cup washing
soda in1 gallon warm water.
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FLOURESCENT LIGHT BULBS, TUBES AND BALLAST
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Hazardous Components
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Mercury
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Property
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Toxic
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Proper Disposal
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Call District for disposal or recycling information.
Pack carefully to avoid breakage.
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Less Toxic Alternative
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Look for fluorescent light tubes with low mercury levels.
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FURNITURE POLISH WITH SOLVENT
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Hazardous Components
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Petroleum disti | | |
