All Drop-Off Centers, the Organics Recycling Facility, & the Environmental Depot will close at noon on Wed. 11/27 & all facilities are closed on Thurs. 11/28 for the holiday.
Hazardous Waste
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How to know if it’s
Hazardous Waste
Household Hazardous Waste includes any unused product that is poisonous, reactive, corrosive, or flammable. Look for keywords on the label such as Warning! Danger! Poison! Caution!
DO NOT pour hazardous waste down the drain or put it in the trash. Both are illegal and will harm our water, animal life, human health, and the environment in general.
Common Hazardous Waste Items
Here’s a partial list of common household waste we accept at the CSWD Environmental Depot.
* Items marked with an asterisk are also accepted at most CSWD Drop-Off Centers in limited quantities. Search for the item on our A-Z list for specifics about limits and fees.
Automotive Supplies
Health and Beauty Aids
Home Improvement Supplies
Household Cleaners
Garden Supplies
Hobby Supplies
Mercury Containing Devices*
Miscellaneous Items
Nicotine, including e-cigarettes
Residential Disposal Options
Hazardous Waste from Households
The CSWD Environmental Depot is open to Chittenden County residentsyear round by appointment only. No fees for Chittenden County residents who do not meet one of the exceptions noted.
Fees may apply if:
- You are not a Chittenden County resident
- You have more than 20 gallons
- You have certain special items that are expensive/difficult for us to manage
Residents with more than 20 gallons must call the business appointment line.
Fuel containers containing more than 5 gallons must be left overnight for pickup the following business day. Containers smaller than 5 gallons will be emptied and returned during your visit.
The Rover – CSWD’s Hazardous Waste Mobile Unit
The Rover, CSWD’s mobile household hazardous waste collection unit, accepts a wide variety of household hazardous waste at no charge from Chittenden County residents – BUSINESS WASTE IS NOT ACCEPTED.
CSWD provides the Rover as a service to residents who cannot make the trip to the Environmental Depot, our permanent hazardous waste collection facility located in South Burlington.
The Rover makes its rounds at select towns in the fall and the spring. Visit our calendar to see upcoming Rover events near you.
Hazardous Waste from Businesses & Institutions
Fees for Businesses & Institutions
Chittenden County businesses and institutions qualifying as Very Small Quantity Generators may use the Environmental Depot.
Fees shown apply to Businesses & Institutions qualifying as Very Small Quantity Generators.
Do not use the online appointment scheduler.
Minimum charge is for one pound.
All fees are subject to change; last revised October 27, 2022.
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| Business & Institution Pricing | Fee | Per |
|---|---|---|
| Acid & Base Lab Pack | $3.40 | Lb |
| Adhesives/Tar/Caulking/Small Paints | $2.55 | Lb |
| Aerosol Cans | $2.20 | Lb |
| Alkaline & Base Bulk | $0.50 | Lb |
| Antifreeze | $0.35 | Lb |
| Batteries (Consumer Grade) | No Charge | Lb |
| Flammable Liquids | $0.70 | Lb |
| Fluorescent Light Bulbs: Straight Tube | $0.09 | Ft |
| Fluorescent Light Bulbs: U-Tube/Circline | $0.25 | Each |
| Fluorescent Light Bulbs: Mercury Vapor/Hid/Sodium | $0.45 | Each |
| Fluorescent Light Bulbs: Compact (Cfl) | No Charge | Each |
| Fluorescent Light Bulbs: UV Lamps | $1.95 | Each |
| Fluorescent Light Bulbs: Led Bulbs | $0.75 | Each |
| Fluorescent Light Bulbs: Broken Bulbs | $3.20 | Lb |
| Incandescent Bulbs | $0.25 | Each |
| Lead Debris | $0.80 | Lb |
| Light Ballasts | $1.05 | Lb |
| Mercury /Thermometers/Devices | $7.65 | Lb |
| Oil Filters/Hot Drained Punctured Or Crushed | $0.70 | Lb |
| Oil (Motor) | $1.30 | Gal |
| Additional Fee For Each Container Over 5 Gallons | $20.00 | Container |
| Oil Water Mix | $0.55 | Lb |
| Oily Debris | $0.80 | Lb |
| Oxidizers | Call For Price | Lb |
| Paints, Latex (Covered By Paintcare Program) | No Charge | Click Here To Determine If Your Paint Is Covered By Paintcare. |
| Paints, Latex (Not Covered) | $0.55 | Lb |
| Paints, Oil Base (Covered By Paintcare) | No Charge | Click Here To Determine If Your Paint Is Covered By Paintcare. |
| Paints, Oil Base (Not Covered) | $0.90 | Lb |
| Used/Spent Photo Chemicals | $0.65 | Lb |
| Pesticides | $2.90 | Lb |
| Poisons | $2.60 | Lb |
| Reactives | Call For Price | |
| Pcb & Non Pcb Capacitors | Call For Price | Lb |
A to Z List
Have a specific item in mind? Use our A-Z list search to learn how to properly dispose of it.
Hazardous Waste Education
Items Banned From Landfills
Information about how the Banned Materials Fee is assessed, and…
Environmental Depot brochure
This tri-fold brochure is a brief guide to “the safe…
Chuck-it Guide brochure
This brochure is your guide to keeping banned items out…
Sharps sticker
This sticker, printed on neon orange paper, is designed for…
Helpful Resources
Related Events
See upcoming CSWD Workshops and Tours, and holidays that may affect Drop-Off Center hours and Environmental Depot appointment availability.
