Omaha Recycling Guide
Insect or Rodent Poison Containers
Not Accepted, Alternative Options Available
CAUTION: Household Hazardous Waste
DO NOT place containers that held liquid or dry poisons in a City of Omaha curbside recycling cart or drop-off site container.
These are considered Household Hazardous Waste and require special handling.
- If you have product leftover, the best option is to use up the material for its intended purpose
- Completely EMPTY containers may be placed in the garbage
Important Note: Containers with leftover liquid or dry contents should be taken to the City's special waste facility, UnderTheSink.
UnderTheSink accepts unwanted chemicals and special waste from households in Douglas and Sarpy Counties. A list of acceptable items and more information can be found at:
Ways to Reduce or Reuse
If you have leftover chemicals that are still usable, consider sharing with a neighbor.
UnderTheSink also offers a ReStore, accepting items that are in good condition for reuse.
Did You Know
Household hazardous wastes that make their way into landfills can cause groundwater pollution. If improperly handled and disposed of, these materials can pose a threat to the public's health and safety.
How to determine if a product is considered household hazardous waste? Look for indicator words on labels, such as:
- Caution
- Warning
- Danger
- Poison
- Flammable
- Volatile
- Caustic
- Corrosive