Chemicals and chemical drums are considered hazardous waste and can be dangerous if placed in your kerbside bin.
Toxic household chemicals - such as solvents, poisons, cleaning products, fertiliser and car care products can be safely recycled, at no cost, through Sustainability Victoria’s Detox Your Home program.
There are permanent drop off locations that also accept household paint, batteries and fluorescent lights. Visit Detox Your Home to find out more.
For household chemicals call to enquire about the Detox Your Home collection days on 1300 363 744 or visit the Sustainability Victoria website http://detox.sustainability.vic.gov.au/
For farm chemicals contact Chemclear