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The table below explains the proper disposal of hazardous products. All empty containers except aerosol cans may be disposed of in the trash (aerosol cans often contain residual propellant and may ignite). The lids must be removed from the empty containers before putting them in the trash.
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HAZ MAT- must be disposed of at the Santa Monica Household Hazardous Waste Center.
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TRANSFER- Electronics are collected at the Santa Monica Transfer Station, 2401 Delaware Ave., Santa Monica, Phone (310) 829-7323, Hours 7-3 p.m., Mon-Sat.
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RECYCLING CENTER- Santa Monica Community Recycling Center, 2411 Delaware Ave., Santa Monica, Phone (310) 453-9677, Hours 8-5 p.m., Mon-Fri.; 8-2 p.m. , Sat.
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Household Products |
Disposal |
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Abrasive cleanser |
HAZ MAT |
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Aerosol spray cans |
HAZ MAT |
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Adhesives |
HAZMAT |
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Air fresheners |
HAZ MAT |
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Batteries (all types) |
HAZ MAT |
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Drain cleaners |
HAZ MAT |
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Electronics |
TRANSFER |
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Florescent light tubes |
HAZ MAT |
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Furniture polish |
HAZ MAT |
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Kerosene / Propane (fuels) |
HAZ MAT |
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Lighter fluid |
HAZ MAT |
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Liquid cleaners |
HAZ MAT |
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Mercury thermometers |
HAZ MAT |
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Mercury thermostats |
HAZ MAT |
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Metal polishers |
HAZ MAT |
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Mothballs |
HAZ MAT |
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Nail polish remover |
HAZMAT |
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Oven cleaners |
HAZ MAT |
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Personal care products |
HAZMAT |
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Photo processing chemicals |
HAZ MAT |
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Rug & upholstery cleaner |
HAZ MAT |
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Rust removers |
HAZ MAT |
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Shoe polish |
HAZ MAT |
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Spot removers |
HAZ MAT |
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Toilet bowl cleaners |
HAZ MAT |
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Automotive Products |
Disposal |
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Antifreeze |
HAZ MAT |
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Batteries |
HAZ MAT |
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Degreasers / Cleaners |
HAZ MAT |
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Fuels |
HAZ MAT |
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Motor oil & oil filters |
HAZ MAT/ RECYCLE |
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Refrigerants |
HAZ MAT |
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Solvents |
HAZ MAT |
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Transmission fluid |
HAZ MAT |
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Window washing fluid |
HAZ MAT |
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Garden Products |
Disposal |
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Fertilizers |
HAZ MAT |
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Herbicides |
HAZ MAT |
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Pesticides |
HAZ MAT |
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Pet care |
HAZ MAT |
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Pool chemicals |
HAZ MAT |
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Weed n feed |
HAZ MAT |
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Paint Products |
Disposal |
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Latex paint |
HAZ MAT* |
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Oil-based paint |
HAZ MAT* |
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Solvents & thinners |
HAZ MAT* |
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Stains & varnishes |
HAZ MAT* |
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Strippers |
HAZ MAT |
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Wood Preservatives |
HAZ MAT* |
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Important Phone Numbers |
California Teratogen Registry
(Effects of various substances on pregnant women) |
(800) 532-3749 |
L.A. County Agricultural Commissioner
(Enforcement of pesticide regulations) |
(626) 443-6652 |
Pollution Prevention Hotline
(To report illegal dumping) |
(310) 458-8945 |
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Santa Monica Industrial Waste Division |
(310) 458-8235 |
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Emergencies |
9 1 1 |
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