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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-02-24 Ota Ward

Thermometer / Ota Ward

TL;DR

Thermometer is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Ota Ward. Fee: Free.

How to dispose 2 STEPS Free
  1. 1 Bring mercury thermometers to the Environmental Measures Division office
  2. 2 Dispose of digital thermometers as non-combustible garbage
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Monthly / bring-in Drop-off may apply
Fee Free
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Thermometer is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Bring mercury thermometers to the Environmental Measures Division office
  2. Dispose of digital thermometers as non-combustible garbage

Important Notes

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

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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Ota Ward Contact

Contact
Muni. Ota Ward Tokyo
Dept. Waste Management Division 📞 03-5744-1628 / Weekdays 8:30-17:00
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
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SOURCEOta Ward LAST REVIEW2026-02-24 PREFTokyo