Chemical / HHW Drop Off

Read the ABC's of Chemical Recycling at KCSWMD:
  • Appointments: All residents with more than 50 pounds of chemicals are required to book an appointment to recycle chemicals/HHW. Drop off occurs only on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Residents are expected to remain at the facility for the duration of their appointment.
  • Bring ID: An identification matching the name the appointment is booked under is required. If someone else is bringing the chemicals for you, book under their name. If there is a last minute change, please call us to let us know at (574) 372-3087.
  • Chemicals: All products must be brought to the facility labeled, organized, and upright. No bagged, leaking, or unmarked containers will be accepted. KCSWMD reserves the right to refuse any material deemed unsafe to accept.​

The information listed on this page is for residents only. If you are trying to recycle for a business, municipality, or non-profit click here.

What to Do or Bring

​We are taking the following HHW in ORIGINAL PACKAGING ONLY:
  • Any household chemical's in original packaging
  • Pesticides and Herbicides
  • Flammables​
  • Latex-based paint
  • Oil-based paint
  • Spray paint
  • Stains
  • Varnishes
  • Clearcoat or water sealant
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KCSWMD will require designated appointment times for HHW processing of more than 50 pounds. So, please give us a call to schedule an appointment time! 574-372-3087


COVID screening:
  • Have you tested positive in the last 14 days?
  • Have you been around anyone who is positive in the last 14 days?
  • Have you had any persistent symptoms of COVID in the last 14 days?
If you answer yes to any of the above questions, KCSWMD kindly asks you to stay home and bring your items at a later date to minimize exposure and spread of COVID-19.

Residential Prices for Drop Off

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Approach the warehouse by coming around the building either off Market or Union. The drive next to the tracks is EXIT ONLY.

How to Drop Off

  • We would like residents to enter from Market St. if at all possible or the alley off Union St. by our parking area. Circle around the back of the building to reach the south receiving door. The alley next to the railroad tracks is exit only.

  • During the winter, pull up to the garage door on the south side of the building. Enter the warehouse through the green door beside of it and a warehouse associate will instruct you on what to do with your items.
 
  • Due to liability reasons, our warehouse associates WILL NOT be able to assist you; bring help if needed.
 
  • Wait to be invoiced for items and then once your payment is made, have a nice day!

Full HHW Processing Guidelines

  • Appointment for service required. Book online at http://kcrecycling.youcanbook.me
  • Residents are required to follow KCSWMD staff instructions.
  • ID must match appointment booking information.
  • Expect to remain at the facility for the entire length of your appointment.
  • 6 foot social distancing as well as face covering required for both customers and employees at all times.
  • Materials must be labeled, organized, and upright.
  • Bagged, leaking, or unlabeled items will not be accepted!
  • Residents should not come if showing any signs of illness including but not limited to cough, fever, fatigue, trouble breathing, etc.
  • Do not bring materials that have been or potentially have been exposed to the COVID-19 virus.
  • KCSWMD reserves the right to refuse service and the intake of any materials deemed unsafe to accept.