Aerosol Cans
Hazardous materialA completely empty aerosol can (spray fully depleted) can often be recycled as scrap metal curbside in some programs, check locally. A can that still has product or propellant left is household hazardous waste and should go to a collection facility, several accept it directly.
Curbside recycling?
Varies by location
A confirmed-empty aerosol can may be accepted curbside as scrap metal in some programs, check your local rules. A can with any product or propellant remaining should never go in curbside trash or recycling.
Safety note
Never puncture, incinerate, or compact a pressurized aerosol can that still has propellant in it.
How to prepare it
- Confirm the can is fully empty before considering curbside recycling
- If unsure or if product remains, take it to a household hazardous waste facility instead
Common fees
Free at most household hazardous waste facilities for residents.
Quantity limits
Not confirmed
Residency restrictions
Not confirmed
Appointment required?
Not confirmed
Transporting it safely
Keep cans upright, away from heat sources, during transport.
Verified nearby locations
11500 S. Post Oak Rd., Houston, TX
- Hours
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Fees
- Not confirmed
- Appointment
- Not required
- Residency
- City of Houston residents. Recycling-only visits require a current Texas-issued ID; hazardous waste or bulk drop-off requires a Texas ID plus a current City of Houston utility bill or lease agreement with a matching address.
Last verified 2026-08-17Official source ↗5614 Neches St., Houston, TX
- Hours
- Second Thursday of each month, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Fees
- Not confirmed
- Appointment
- Not required
- Residency
- City of Houston residents. Recycling-only visits require a current Texas-issued ID; hazardous waste or bulk drop-off requires a Texas ID plus a current City of Houston utility bill or lease agreement with a matching address.
Last verified 2026-08-17Official source ↗Home Chemical Collection Center
Verified11234 Plano Road, Dallas, TX
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- Tuesdays, 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM; Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM; 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Fees
- Free for residents of participating cities (Addison, Dallas, DeSoto, Duncanville, Farmers Branch, Garland, Highland Park, Irving, Mesquite, Richardson, Rowlett, Sachse, Seagoville, Sunnyvale, University Park, and unincorporated Dallas County). A minimum $100 fee applies for non-participating cities.
- Appointment
- Not required
- Residency
- A driver's license plus a water bill or other utility bill as proof of address in a participating city.
Last verified 2026-09-07Official source ↗
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I recycle aerosol cans?
- A completely empty aerosol can (spray fully depleted) can often be recycled as scrap metal curbside in some programs, check locally. A can that still has product or propellant left is household hazardous waste and should go to a collection facility, several accept it directly.
- Can aerosol cans go in curbside recycling?
- A confirmed-empty aerosol can may be accepted curbside as scrap metal in some programs, check your local rules. A can with any product or propellant remaining should never go in curbside trash or recycling.
- Is there a safety concern with aerosol cans?
- Never puncture, incinerate, or compact a pressurized aerosol can that still has propellant in it.
Sources
Programs, hours, fees, eligibility, and accepted materials can change. Confirm details with the facility before traveling.
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