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Find out about recycling in West Sussex

Aerosol cans

How to recycle old aerosol cans.

Three aerosol cans

Most common aerosols (deodorant, hairspray, air fresheners), can be disposed of at home or taken to your Recycling Centre (RC).

  • Which home bin

    Aerosol cans can be placed in your recycling bin at home. Ensure they are empty, clean and dry.

    To check they are empty make sure you:

    • spray
    • squirt
    • shake
  • Which RC container

    Use the mixed recycling container.

  • Which RC accept this waste

    All our Recycling Centres accept aerosol cans.

  • Safety information

    Do not squash or pierce aerosol cans.

    If you have non-empty aerosols to recycle, make yourself known to staff at the centre who will ensure safe disposal.

    There are separate methods to dispose of hazardous waste that may come in aerosols. See the following for information:

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