Is leftover paint considered hazardous?
Oil base paints and related products such as mineral spirits, paint thinners, shellacs and varnishes are often flammable or combustible. Latex, or water based paints, can create unsightly spills and messes when compacted in garbage trucks. All paints are accepted at HCRC sites.

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1. What is household hazardous waste?
2. What products in my home are considered hazardous?
3. Is there a cost?
4. What items don’t you accept?
5. Is leftover paint considered hazardous?
6. What can I do with leftover latex paint?
7. I recently moved into a house and there is old paint and chemicals in the garage. What do I do with them?
8. What can I do with empty cans or containers?
9. Where can I take used motor oil?
10. Why are fluorescent bulbs hazardous?
11. Are all batteries hazardous?
12. I have old gasoline from my boat or generator. What should I do with it?
13. What is e-waste? (Electronics)
14. I have a business that has small amounts of hazardous waste. What do I do?