Household Hazardous Waste

Household Hazardous Waste

The Henry County Recycling Center along with the Tennessee Dept. of Environment and Conservation hosts an annual collection event usually on a Saturday early in the month of May from 8AM-1PM.  This day is earmarked for collection of left over household hazardous waste.   Save your material safely using proper containers and proper labeling for the event in May and bring it on the day specified for free disposal.

Next Event Scheduled For:

Saturday, May 5, 2018

VIEW THE 2018 HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION EVENT FLYER

8AM-1PM

Henry County Recycling Center
450 Recycling Drive
Paris, TN 38242
731-642-5170
Free for all residents

What is Household Hazardous Waste?
“Household Hazardous Waste” is defined as corrosive, flammable, toxic, or reactive materials used in your home, vehicle, garden, or on your lawn.

Why should I properly dispose of hazardous waste?
There are many reasons to properly dispose of household hazardous waste. One reason is that improperly stored hazardous products in the home may increase the risk of poisoning or injury. Also, disposing of hazardous waste in ordinary trash may injure sanitation workers because some products are chemically incompatible and may cause fires in dumpsters or garbage trucks.

How can I dispose of my household hazardous waste?
Henry County Recycle Center along with the Tennessee Dept. of Environment and Conservation hosts an annul collection event usually on a Saturday, 8AM-1PM in the month of May.  This day is earmarked for collection of left over hazardous waste.   Save your material safely using proper containers and proper labeling for the event in May and bring it on the day specified for free disposal.

How can I find out when a event has been scheduled?
The event is scheduled by TDEC usually in the spring.  Watch for articles in the local newspaper and listen for information on the radio.  Some internet based news sites will also provide scheduled times and dates.  You can always visit the Henry County Solid Waste- Household Hazardous Waste Collection   web page for event information.

What can I bring to the collection event?

Automotive Products

Oil & Fuel Additives

Grease & Rust Solvents

A / C Refrigerants

Starting Fluids

Body Putty

Antifreeze / Coolants Waste Oil

Carburetors & Fuel Injectors

Lawn & Garden Products Insecticides – Pesticides

Wood Preservatives/Fungicides

Weed killer/herbicides

Fertilizer

Moss Killer

Household Cleaners

Wood/ Metal Cleaners & Polishes

Toilet Bowl Cleaners Disinfectants

Oven Cleaners

Drain Openers  

Home Maintenance Products

Paint & Paint Thinners

Paint Strippers and Removers

Adhesives

Rodent Poisons

Old Thermostats

Miscellaneous

Batteries

Fingernail Polish Remover

Pool Chemicals

Photo Process Chemicals

Drugs / Medicines

Aerosols

Thermometers

E-Scrap- TV’s, computers, stereo’s, etc.

NO TIRES ACCEPTED 

*NO EXPLOSIVES, MEDICAL WASTES, OR RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS. NO MATERIAL GENERATED FROM A BUSINESS OR AGRIBUSINESS ACCEPTED.