Aerosols and gas canisters

Cans containing propellants, gases, liquids or aerosols under pressure.

Recyclable?

Potentially 

Hazardous?

Potentially 

Uplift required?

Potentially 

Cost?

Potentially 

Aerosol cans are designed to contain liquid or gas, packed under pressure with a propellant. Full or partially filled cans could explode if exposed to heat or punctured, for example, as a result of compacting in a waste vehicle or compactor.

Aerosols should not be pierced or squashed before disposal.

Process

  1. Contact Waste Office for advice.