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City of Palo Alto Household Hazardous Waste Station Program - Palo Alto - 2501 Embarcadero Way
City of Palo Alto Household Hazardous Waste Station Program
2501 Embarcadero Way, Palo Alto, California 94303
(650) 496-5910
Hours:
First Friday of the Month: 3 pm - 5 pm ; Every Saturday: 9am - 11 am
The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Station requires proof of Palo Alto residency (driver’s license or current utility bill) for use of services. Quantities are limited to 15 gallons or 125 pounds per visit. The HHW also provides a "Reuse Zone" for residents to pick up usable household products such as paints, cleaners, and unused motor oil (limit 5 items per visit) and available to non-residents. See website for full list of accepted materials. For commercial hazardous waste information, call the City's hazardous waste contractor (Clean Harbors) at 800-433-5060.
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| Aerosol Can - Non-empty | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Antifreeze | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Asbestos | Asbestos must be double bagged. There is a two (2) bag maximum. |
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| Batteries - Automotive or Boat | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Batteries - Household - Rechargeable (up to 5 lbs) | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Batteries - Household - Single-Use | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Compressed Gas Cylinders - Refillable | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Compressed Gas Cylinders - Single-use/Non-working | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Cooking Oil/Grease/Fats | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Fire Extinguishers | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Fuel | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. Automotive Fuel Filters accepted as well. |
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| Gel Ice Packs | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Hazardous Materials & Wastes | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Helium Tanks - Empty | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Helium Tanks - Non-empty | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required.proof of residency is required. |
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| Household Cleaners | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Lacquers/Stains/Varnishes | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Light Bulbs - CFLs | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Light Bulbs - Fluorescent Tubes | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Light Bulbs - LED | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Medications | No controlled substances. Consolidate pills into one container & leave ointments & liquids in original container. Dispose of vitamins in the garbage. |
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| Mercury Thermometers | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Mercury Thermostats | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Mercury-Containing Items | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Motor Oil | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Needles & Syringes | For commercial hazardous waste information, call the City's hazardous waste contractor (Clean Harbors) at 800-433-5060.,Must be in a rigid container with a sealed lid. |
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| Paint - Interior & Exterior - New/Unopened | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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| Paint - Interior & Exterior - Used/Wet | Only 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit. Must be a Palo Alto resident, proof of residency is required. |
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