Explosives
What are they?
| Aerosol containers including: | Pressurized containers: | |
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How can I recognize it?
Why are they part of the Orange Drop program?
An explosive can react violently when mixed with other agents, or when placed under heat or pressure. They are capable of causing an explosion or releasing dangerous or poisonous fumes when exposed to air, water, heat, pressure or other chemicals.
Where do I go to make the drop?
- Most municipal transfer stations and depots
Do I need to take storage or transport precautions?
- Full or partially full aerosol containers and pressurized containers may explode if crushed or incinerated and should be handled with care when storing or transporting to a municipal recycling facility.
Do I need to take storage or transport precautions?
- Products labeled with this symbol should be kept away from heat sources and should never be punctured.
What happens to it after I make the drop?
The residual contents are safely removed and blended for fuel. The metal is recycled.
