It is illegal to dispose of this item in the trash in Chittenden County, VT.
Disposal options
Aerosols containing PAINT or POISON:
Spray paint, or any chemical designed to kill, e.g. pesticide, insecticide, wasp killer, etc.
- If aerosol still contains material, take to the CSWD Environmental Depot – by appointment only. Do not put in trash; do not put in blue bin recycling.
- If empty:
- Take to the CSWD Environmental Depot – by appointment only for special recycling, or
- Put in trash. Do not put in blue bin recycling.
Aerosols of other types (NOT paint or poison):
- If aerosol still contains chemicals or cleaners, take to the CSWD Environmental Depot – by appointment only.
- If aerosol still contains food or beauty product (e.g. hairspray):
- Empty completely and put in blue bin recycling, or
- Put in trash if item cannot be emptied.
- If empty, put in blue bin recycling.
Cost
At the CSWD Environmental Depot – by appointment only:
- Chittenden County residents: No charge
- Qualifying Chittenden County businesses: Fees apply.
- Out-of-district residents: Fees may apply.