Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) are materials that require separate disposal to prevent harm to you and the environment. These corrosive, flammable, or toxic materials can accumulate in your garage or yard and endanger you, your family, and the environment. HHW includes items such as batteries, paint, household cleaners, and propane tanks.

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Never pour leftover hazardous materials down the sink, toilet, or storm drain, or put them in the garbage or recycling. You can properly dispose of all HHW for FREE by making a drop-off appointment with the Santa Clara County HHW Program or visiting a take-back location. Here is a list of items taken by the HHW program.  

Curbside collection of used motor oil is available for residential homes, townhomes, and mobile home parks. Find out how to arrange a used motor oil pickup.

Free Take-Back Locations:

PLEASE CHECK WITH THE TAKE-BACK LOCATIONS TO CONFIRM THAT SERVICES ARE STILL BEING OFFERED.

• Automotive batteries, tires and antifreeze (PDF)
• Batteries
• Fluorescent light bulbs
• Medical sharps (PDF)
• Medications
• Mercury thermometers and thermostats (Receive a $5 rebate for every mercury thermometer you drop-off)
• Motor oil and oil filters (PDF)
• Paint (PDF)