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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-03-01 Mutsu City

Spray Can / Mutsu City

TL;DR

Spray Can is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Mutsu City.

How to dispose 2 STEPS
  1. 1 Use up the contents completely
  2. 2 On the "有害ごみ" (hazardous waste) collection day (twice a month), put it in a colorless clear or semi-transparent bag of up to 45 liters, separate from other hazardous waste, and put it out at the garbage collection point you normally use
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Check See the steps below and the calendarSee the steps above and the calendar
Fee Free / bring-in Depends on method
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Spray Can is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Use up the contents completely
  2. On the "有害ごみ" (hazardous waste) collection day (twice a month), put it in a colorless clear or semi-transparent bag of up to 45 liters, separate from other hazardous waste, and put it out at the garbage collection point you normally use

Important Notes

Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

  • Do not make holes in it. If you have already made a hole, still put it out as hazardous waste
  • The collection category and method for spray cans and similar items changed on April 1, 2026

Disposal Method Comparison

Method Cost Effort Speed
Municipal Low/Free Medium Slow
Pickup High Low Fast
Recycle Free+ Medium Medium
Flea market Free+ High Slow

Official Info & Contact

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Mutsu City Contact

Contact
Muni. Mutsu City Aomori
Dept. Environmental Policy Division, Waste Management 📞 0175-22-1111 / Weekdays (ext. 2461-2464)
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Mutsu City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEMutsu City LAST REVIEW2026-03-01 PREFAomori