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Mercury Thermometers

A mercury thermometer is a device used to measure temperature which contains liquid mercury.

Household Hazardous Waste

This item should never be put in a curbside bin. For more information visit our household hazardous waste page.

Mercury is readily absorbed into the body when you touch it and poses a risk to the environment in landfills.

What to do with a broken mercury thermometer. For additional safe disposal locations call 1-800-CLEANUP (1-800-253-2687).

Vendors

Vendor Address City Destination Disposal Method Notes
SMaRT Station 301 Carl Rd Sunnyvale Safe Disposal Free Drop-off This item is hazardous and must be disposed of properly.
Veolia Environmental Services 1125 Hensley St Richmond Safe Disposal Mail-in for a Fee
West County HHW Collection Facility 101 Pittsburg Ave. Richmond Safe Disposal Free Drop-off, Drop-off for a Fee
WM Think Green From Home 172 98th Ave Oakland Safe Disposal Mail-in for a Fee Online service. Programs for residents and businesses.

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