New
Jersey Pesticide Container Collection Program Guide
Plastic Pesticide Container Processing Steps
All pesticide containers must be either triple rinsed or pressure
rinsed and drained;
All pesticide containers must be free of residue (other than stains);
Lids must be removed;
Plastic labels with MSDS sheet must be removed;
Try to remove the bulk of the paper labels (you do not have to scrape
every bit off);
Only non-refillable pesticide containers will be accepted –
drill a ¼-inch or larger hole in the bottom (not the side) of
the container or with a utility knife make a 6-inch slit in the bottom
(not the side) of the container so the container will not hold any liquids;
Only pesticide containers embossed with HDPE and the recycling #2
will be accepted;
Pesticide containers up to 55 gallons in capacity will be accepted;
and
Pesticide containers must have originally held an EPA registered pesticide.
Agricultural, professional and commercial applicators who generate large
quantities of pesticide containers may contact USAg Recycling at 1-800-654-3145
for direct service. USAg will come to your site and there is no charge
for the service.
