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Environmental Health Services

Learn which types of waste are and are not accepted in the HHW Program.

Make a drop-off appointment for items we do accept and be sure to check below for alternative safe management options for hard-to-recycle and special items. Small batteries, paint and fluorescent lights can be dropped off at retail partner collection sites. Call for hours of operation.

Accepted HHW Items

Unaccepted HHW Items

Contact us directly at 650-372-6200 or hhw@smcgov.org if you have questions.

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