How to Recycle Aerosols

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This item is widely recycled in household collections and at recycling points.

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It may be surprising to you, but aerosols are widely recycled in household collections.

Aerosol cans are usually made out of aluminium, and occasionally steel. Aluminium aerosols are therefore made form the same material as drink cans – which are also widely recycled. But for some reason, it always seems more surprising that aerosols are fine to put in your household recycling.

Ensure the aerosol cans are completely empty before recycling
Do not crush, pierce or flatten the cans
remove the lid and any loose or easily removable parts, and dispose of them with the rest of your recycling

WHAT ARE AEROSOLS MADE FROM?

Approximately 60% of aerosols are made from tinplated steel and 40% are made from aluminium. Both of these metals are recyclable, which makes them great choices.

Aerosols differ to drinks cans though, as they also contain small plastic and rubber parts including the lid, valve and dip tube which are extracted in the recycling process.

How are aerosol cans recycled?

Aerosols are widely recycled in household collection and at recycling points. You can check if your local recycling service takes aerosols here.

How to Recycle Aerosols