Unwanted chemicals may harm the environment when you pour them down the sink or put them in the rubbish bin. Department of Energy, Environment, and Climate Action (DEECA) 's Detox Your Home events are licensed to accept toxic chemicals and are staffed by trained specialist chemists so you can dispose of chemicals safely.
Which items are accepted?
DEECA has a detailed list that helps you figure out what's accepted and what's not at Detox Your Home events.
An example of chemicals accepted include: acid and alkalis, cleaners, cooking oil, detergents, disinfectants, paint stripper, thinner, turps, rat poison, fertiliser, insect spray and some fuels.
An example of items not accepted are: ammunition, asbestos, batteries, business or commercial quantities of chemicals, lights, gas cylinders, medical waste, motor oil and paint.