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Non-burnable Garbage(used-up paint bottles and cans) Updated 2026-04-05 Oumu Town

Paint / Oumu Town

TL;DR

Paint is classified as "Non-burnable Garbage(used-up paint bottles and cans)" in Oumu Town.

How to dispose 2 STEPS Regular collection
  1. 1 Use up the paint, or have the store take it back
  2. 2 Put out used-up bottles and cans as Non-burnable Garbage (designated bag color: yellow)
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Non-burnable Garbage(used-up paint bottles and cans)
Pickup Day Varies by area See the city's collection calendar
Fee Free
Booking No booking Just put out on day

Details & How-to

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Paint is classified as Non-burnable Garbage(used-up paint bottles and cans).

Disposal Steps

  1. Use up the paint, or have the store take it back
  2. Put out used-up bottles and cans as Non-burnable Garbage (designated bag color: yellow)

Important Notes

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

  • Spray-can paint goes out on the recyclables collection day (do not release the gas; put it out on its own; designated bag color: white/clear)

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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Oumu Town Contact

Contact
Muni. Oumu Town 北海道
Dept. Residents' Life Division 📞 0158-84-2121 / Monday-Friday 8:30-17:15
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Non-burnable Garbage(used-up paint bottles and cans)

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Oumu Town, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
SOURCEOumu Town LAST REVIEW2026-04-05 PREFHokkaido