Hazardous Waste
Hazardous Waste
Paint & Stain Recycling
PaintCare, Inc. is a non-profit product stewardship organization created by the paint industry in states to handle waste paint that have passed paint stewardship laws PaintCare establishes drop-off locations where the public can dispose of leftover paint for recycling, re-use, or other appropriate management.
PaintCare Drop-Off Sites
PaintCare makes recycling easier all year long. Use their drop-off site locator to find a location near you.
Accepted Products
PaintCare accepts a variety of interior and exterior architectural coatings sold in containers of 5 gallons or smaller.
Medication Disposal
Do you have old, unused, unwanted or expired medications? Dispose of them safely and don’t flush them down the toilet or throw them in the garbage.
Benton Health Center
Drug disposal drop box located next to the pharmacy. Sharps and syringes in sealed containers are also accepted at this location.
Philomath Police Department
Prescription drug drop-off location, no liquids or sharps.
Benton County Sheriff’s Office
Contact the Benton County Sheriff’s Office for details.
Drug Deactivation Bags
Free drug deactivation bags, which can be used for proper disposal.
U.S. Drug Disposal Locations
Find a disposal location for unwanted medications near you, nationwide.
Reducing Hazardous Waste at Home
- Use safer product alternatives, common options listed below
- Before purchasing, read product labels and follow instructions
- Limit purchasing to only what you need and will use entirely
- Give usable and unwanted products to others who will use them
- Take unwanted products to a local household hazardous waste event.
| Purpose | Safer Alternative |
|---|---|
| Drain Cleaner | Use a plunger or plumber’s snake |
| Glass Cleaner | Mix one tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice in one quart of water. Spray on and use newspaper to dry. |
| Furniture Polish | Mix one teaspoon of lemon juice in one pint of mineral or vegetable oil and wipe furniture. |
| Rug Deodorizer | Liberally sprinkle carpets with baking soda. Wait at least 15 minutes and vacuum. Repeat if necessary. |
| Silver Polish | Boil two to three inches of water in a shallow pan with one teaspoon of salt, one teaspoon of baking soda and a sheet of aluminum foil. Totally submerge silver and boil for two to three more minutes. Wipe away tarnish and repeat if necessary. |
| Mothballs | Use cedar chips, lavender flowers, rosemary, mints or white peppercorns. |
Additional Household Hazardous Waste Resources
DEQ and Metro Hazardless Home Handbook
Learn more about household hazardous waste and how to reduce it.
Common Hazardous Materials
Understand what household products are hazardous, how to handle them, and what alternatives are available.