How to Safely Dispose of Pressurized Pesticide Cans

Disposing of partially full aerosol pesticide cans requires care. Pesticide expert Paul Guillebeau recommends first trying to give usable products to a neighbor who needs them. If that's not possible, check with your local municipality for household hazardous waste collection days—many communities hold these annually.

If no collection event is available and the products can't be shared, double-bag the cans in heavy-duty plastic bags to protect sanitation workers, then place them in your regular trash. Never puncture or incinerate pressurized cans.