Medicine ／ Chiba City
TL;DR
Medicine is classified as "可燃ごみ" in Chiba City. Fee: Free.
01
Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
可燃ごみ
Pickup Day
Approx. 2x/week
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Medicine is classified as 可燃ごみ.
Disposal Steps
- Remove tablets and capsules from the packaging sheet.
- Place in a bag as combustible garbage
- Dispose of combustible garbage to the collection point on collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Please return needles, etc. to the medical institution.
- The contents are combustible garbage. Bottles are non-burnable garbage
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
03Chiba City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Chiba City
Chiba
Dept.
Household waste consultation number
📞 043-204-5380 / Mon-Sat 9:00-17:00
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
可燃ごみ
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.chiba.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-02-23
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Chiba City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.