Keith Homan / Shutterstock.com Auto Wax and Polish Illegal in Garbage & Drains Hazardous Waste Keith Homan / Shutterstock.com Hazardous Waste Collection Auto wax needs special handling to avoid toxic exposure for waste workers, the community, and the environment. City Specific Disposal OptionsPlease check with your city page (residential or commercial) to confirm if additional options are available, such as home collection, drop-off locations, and/or events. (These options vary per city.) Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop-OffYour city or county may offer HHW drop-off sites and collection events.– Los Angeles County: S.A.F.E. Collection Centers and events– Riverside County– San Bernardino County– Ventura County Disposal Options For BusinessesHazardous waste cannot be placed in your containers. Schedule a Special Waste Collection by emailing [email protected] or calling Athens’ Customer Service Department at 888-336-6100. Fees may apply. Some HHW drop-off centers may allow drop off by small business generators (check links above). Never Dump Down the Drain Auto wax and polish are flammable and can contaminate waterways. Never dump auto wax or polish in the trash or down the drain; dispose of them as Household Hazardous Waste. Did You Know? Eco-Friendly Car Care Products Some companies are developing car care products that are non-toxic and do not have to be rinsed off with water. One example is Nature’s Green Magic, which offers a variety of green, waterless car cleaning products.