Drop off household hazardous waste at the next city event on July 13th

Get rid of toxic waste like antifreeze, latex and water-based paints, lithium batteries and more.

Need to get rid of hazardous materials?

The City is hosting its next Household Hazardous Waste Event on Thursday, July 13th from 9 am to 3 pm. Residents in the Greater Philadelphia five-county region (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties) can drop off materials at the Northeast Sanitation convenience center, located at 8401 State Road. Businesses can’t participate and must dispose of materials through a private service.

Accepted hazardous waste

Acids
Antifreeze
Auto and lead-acid batteries
Auto body repair products
Brake fluid
Chemical fertilizer
Degreasers
Drain and septic tank cleaners
Fluorescent light bulbs
Fuel
Fungicide
Gasoline
Glue
Herbicide
Insecticide
Kerosene
Latex and water-based paints
Lead products
Lithium and NiCad batteries
Mothballs
Motor oil
Oil-based paints
Pesticide
Pet collars and spray
Pool and photo chemicals
Rodenticide
Roofing tar
Solder
Solvents
Spray paints
Stain removers
Tile and oven cleaner
Transmission fluid
Varnish
Electronic waste

For more info, visit the Streets Department website.

How to transport hazardous materials:

Never mix hazardous materials together. This could result in dangerous chemical reactions.
Keep all products in their original containers. Do not remove labels.
Tightly seal all lids and caps. If a container can’t be tightly closed, place it in a sealed plastic bag.
Wrap all breakable containers in newspaper.

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is the co-founder and Executive Director of Green Philly, an independent media organization making sustainability accessible, affordable and actionable. Since launching Green Philly in 2008, she has grown it from a passion project into a leading voice for local climate storytelling, pairing impactful journalism with community events and experiences. Julie is a frequent speaker on climate, media innovation and the future of local journalism, and is the creator of SustainPHL and EcoFair. Outside of Green Philly, you can find her hiking, biking, traveling, or exploring Philadelphia.