Toxics
What are they?
| Toxic |
- rat and mouse killer
- insect killer and repellant
- brake fluid (automotive)
- engine tune-up fluid (automotive)
- inner panel protector (automotive)
- anti-seize lubricant (automotive)
- non-stick coating for chutes, augers and shovels (prevents snow from sticking)
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- RV polish
- charcoal lighter (fluid)
- firestarter liquid (for barbecues , campfires and fireplaces)
- waterseal/water proofer
- fuel injector cleaner (automotive)
- kerosene
- mineral spirits (oil paint thinner)
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- paint and varnish remover (furniture stripper)
- Waterproof Adhesive
- Vinyl and Leather Protectant
- Tire Shine
- Bug & Tar Remover
- Diesel Fuel Cleaner
- Auto Glass Stripper
- Canvass Waterproofing Solution
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- Fiber Glass Cleaner
- Expanding Urethane
- QXI Cleaner
- Carpet Stain Remover
- Epoxy Remover
- Paint and Varnish Buster
- Varnish Remover
- Engine Sealer
- Transmission Fluid
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| Flammable and Toxic |
- lacquer thinner
- adhesive remover (e.g. removes sticky substance from glass or packaging)
- methyl hydrate (prevents gas line freezing, cleans glass surfaces, thins shellac and cleans brushes)
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- teak oil (for indoor and outdoor furniture)
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Windshield Washer Fluid
- WD40
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- Lamp Oil
- Plastic Wood
- Wood Patch
- Tung Oil
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- Octane Booster
- Wood Conditioner
- Antique Oil Finish
- Shellac
- Turpentine
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| Toxic and Corrosive |
- chlorinating granules (swimming pool)
- shock treatment (swimming pool)
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- camping/RV holding tank deodorant
- stabilized chlorinated tablets (swimming pools)
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| Flammable, Corrosive and Toxic |
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How can I recognize it?
Why are they part of the Orange Drop program?
They can poison or damage living organisms. Products contain substances that may cause lethality to the entire body, lethality to specific organs, major/minor damage, or cause cancer. Environmental hazards include degradability, bioaccumulation and aquatic toxicity.
Where do I go to make the drop?
- Most municipal transfer stations and depots
What happens to it after I make the drop?
These products can’t be recycled, so the best way to prevent leftovers is to buy only what you need and use it up entirely, or give it to a friend or neighbour.
If you do take it to a recycling facility, it will be neutralized and sent for safe disposal.
