Hazardous Waste

Household Hazardous Waste is any unwanted household product labeled as flammable, corrosive, toxic or reactive.  Examples include: oil-based paint, pesticides, pool chemicals and paint thinner, old gasoline, kerosene, spray-paint cans.

The SCMUA only accepts Household Hazardous Waste from Sussex County residents during two Hazardous Waste Collection events held in the Spring and Fall of each year.  Residents may bring up to 100 lbs. or 10 gallons of hazardous waste to the events free of charge. Additional quantities are charged by weight at $1.79/lb. No appointment is required. Events are held rain or shine.

Motor Oil & Antifreeze

Free recycling. 5-gal limit per person. Pour into separate collection containers.

Rechargeable Batteries

Household rechargeable batteries-lithium ion, no E-Bike batteries. Dispose of alkaline batteries in trash.
Click this box for more info.

Electronics

TV’s, Printers, Computers no charge. All others $0.15/lb. Drop at Resident’s Convenience Area.
Click this box for more info.

Fluorescent Bulbs

Straight unbroken tubes only 
10 tubes free
Bring Compact bulbs (CFLs) to Home Depot or Lowes
*Recycled – Click for More Info

Car Batteries

$0.0625/lb.
Lead acid batteries, jump packs, fenders, doors, bumpers. No whole cars.

Propane Tanks

$0.0625/lb.
*Recycled

Latex Paint

To dispose of Latex Paint:
Pour excess paint into another can until ½ full
Add clay-based kitty litter or speedy dry to the container and stir.
Allow mixture to dry.
Dispose of the dried can with your household trash.

Household Hazardous Waste is any unwanted household product labeled as flammable, corrosive, toxic or reactive.  Examples include: oil-based paint, pesticides, pool chemicals and paint thinner, old gasoline, kerosene, spray-paint cans.

The SCMUA only accepts Household Hazardous Waste from Sussex County residents during two Hazardous Waste Collection events held in the Spring and Fall of each year.  Residents may bring up to 100 lbs. or 10 gallons of hazardous waste to the events free of charge. Additional quantities are charged by weight at $1.79/lb. No appointment is required. Events are held rain or shine.

Click here for event details and list of acceptable materials.

Motor Oil & Antifreeze

Free recycling. 5-gal limit per person. Pour into separate collection containers.

Rechargeable Batteries

Household rechargeable batteries-lithium ion, no E-Bike batteries. Dispose of alkaline batteries in trash.
Click this box for more info.

Electronics

TV’s, Printers, Computers no charge. All others $0.15/lb. Drop at Resident’s Convenience Area.
Click this box for more info.

Fluorescent Bulbs

Straight unbroken tubes only 
10 tubes free
Bring Compact bulbs (CFLs) to Home Depot or Lowes
*Recycled – Click for More Info

Car Batteries

$0.0625/lb.
Lead acid batteries, jump packs, fenders, doors, bumpers. No whole cars.

Propane Tanks

$0.0625/lb.
*Recycled

Latex Paint

To dispose of Latex Paint:
Pour excess paint into another can until ½ full
Add clay-based kitty litter or speedy dry to the container and stir.
Allow mixture to dry.
Dispose of the dried can with your household trash.

NOTE: The SCMUA cannot accept hazardous waste from commercial vehicles, schools, or towns. Contact the Morris County MUA for disposal options at 973-285-8394 or click here for “online only” appointments: Morris County MUA Hazardous Waste. The SCMUA can accept Batteries, fluorescent bulbs and electronics