Cosmetics ／ Hirakata City
TL;DR
Cosmetics is classified as "Cans, Bottles and Glass / PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging" in Hirakata City.
- 1 Remove the contents and rinse lightly with water
- 2 Put out glass bottles on the cans, bottles and glass collection day
- 3 Put out plastic bottles and cases on the PET bottles and plastic containers and packaging collection day (remove the caps and nozzles of bottles and put them out together)
- 4 Put them in a clear or white semi-transparent plastic bag of 45 liters or less and put it out by 8:45 a.m. on collection day
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Basic Info Quick Facts
Category
Cans, Bottles and Glass / PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging
Pickup Day
Check
See municipal calendar
Fee
Free
Booking
No booking
Just put out on day
Details & How-to
02Cosmetics is classified as Cans, Bottles and Glass / PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging.
Disposal Steps
- Remove the contents and rinse lightly with water
- Put out glass bottles on the cans, bottles and glass collection day
- Put out plastic bottles and cases on the PET bottles and plastic containers and packaging collection day (remove the caps and nozzles of bottles and put them out together)
- Put them in a clear or white semi-transparent plastic bag of 45 liters or less and put it out by 8:45 a.m. on collection day
Important Notes
Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
- Use up cosmetic spray cans completely before putting them out with cans, bottles and glass
- Compacts with a mirror are ara-gomi (oversized items); those without a mirror go in general waste
- Items that are products themselves, such as cosmetic pouches, are not plastic containers and packaging; put them out on the general waste collection day
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
03Hirakata City Contact
Contact
Muni.
Hirakata City
Osaka
Dept.
Environmental Division
📞 072-841-1221
Official
Official website
Check for latest info
Category
Cans, Bottles and Glass / PET Bottles and Plastic Containers and Packaging
Official Sources
Primary Source
Official Website
city.hirakata.osaka.jp
Visit
Last verified: 2026-09-26
Disclaimer
This article is based on official information from Hirakata City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.