Material Accepted
The following is a list of material Accepted at ALL and SOME Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events.
- Please place accepted materials in cardboard or rigid plastic containers.
- Keep materials in their original or labeled containers if possible.
- Do not pack materials in plastic bags. We need to see it.
Improper Disposal
Improper of hazardous waste materials can react, explode or create toxic fumes, contaminate soil and groundwater, and endanger the health & safety of people & animals, including waste haulers and transfer station staff.
Mercury
What is Mercury?
- Mercury is a heavy silver liquid that poisons the nervous system, liver & kidneys
- Pregnant women & young children are the most vulnerable
- Mercury poses no hazard when contained in a product
- Mercury can be found in old thermometers, CLF bulbs, old thermostats and fluorescent tubes
What to do with Mercury products?
- Mercury is ILLEGAL to dispose of in the trash.
- Bring your mercury-containing products to your town's location listed here during regular hours.
- Up to a liquid ounce (2 tbsp, 1 lb by weight) of loose mercury may be brought to a HHW event in a secure container.
- If more than 2 tablespoons of loose mercury, email director@ssrcoop.info, or call 781-329-8318
Materials Accepted at ALL EVENTS
- Acids and Bases
- Aerosols
- Adhesives
- Brake Fluid
- Carburetor Cleaner
- Cesspool Cleaners
- Cleaners and Polishes
- Drain Cleaners
- Degreasers
- Driveway Sealer - Oil Based Only
- Fertilizers containing Pesticides and Herbicides
- Flammable Liquids
- Fiberglass Resin
- Gasoline, Motor Oil Mixtures
- Hobby/Artist Supplies
- Marine and Auto Paints
- Mercury containing products including thermostats, fluorescent tubes,etc
- Mercury, loose - see top of page
- Moth Balls and Crystals
- Paints and Stains (oil based only)
- Pesticides, Herbicides, Fungicides
- Photography Chemicals
- Poisons
- Pool Chemicals
- Wood Preservatives
Materials Accepted at SOME EVENTS
- Antifreeze *
- Asbestos - Call Ahead (781) 329-3818.
- Flares (PLYMOUTH ONLY)
- Fluorescent Tubes *
- Latex Paint - USABLE (Hanover only)
- Motor Oil *
- Non-alkaline batteries *
* Accepted regularly by many towns