Responsible Disposal of Contaminated Products
At Valisure, we are often asked how to safely dispose of products with suspected or known contamination, like benzene.
Given benzene’s potential threat to human health and the natural environment, there are many disposal precautions for benzene-containing items, and these regulations concerning benzene disposal vary by state. Connecticut residents are advised to use their local household hazardous waste collection programs. Likewise, many towns or municipality Public Works Departments accept hazardous household waste products. Check with your local Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) office or waste regulatory agencies for collection facilities and disposal protocols.
For more information on handling household hazardous waste, the EPA website describes guidelines for the safe management of household hazardous waste. It also lists links to hazardous waste disposal programs across the country.
Thank you for your diligence and dedication to your community’s safety.
