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Where do all the chemicals go?

Where do all the chemicals go?. Bill Durham, Ph.D. University of Arkansas Department of Chemistry/Biochemistry. Organic Chemistry I. Almost all chemicals recovered for disposal as hazardous waste. Disposal Options. 1. Down the Drain? 2. In the Dumpster? 3. Commercial Waste Service?.

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Where do all the chemicals go?

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  1. Where do all the chemicals go? Bill Durham, Ph.D. University of Arkansas Department of Chemistry/Biochemistry

  2. Organic Chemistry I Almost all chemicals recovered for disposal as hazardous waste.

  3. Disposal Options 1. Down the Drain? 2. In the Dumpster? 3. Commercial Waste Service?

  4. What can go down the drain? Ultimately dictated by city (owners of their waste water treatment facilities) e.g., Fayetteville, AR Springdale, AR, etc.

  5. What can be put in the trash ? Ultimately determined by solid waste service e.g., Waste Management, Inc. (owner/operator of the Tontitown Landfill) Same list as drain but!

  6. Everything Else Hazardous Waste Services Haz-M.E.R.T. (479-621-9707) Mid-America Environmental (479-621-5405)

  7. Lab packs: Specific arrangements somewhat dependent on company Example: Waste divided into three catagories: Reactives $2.45/lb and up Incinerables $1.30/lb and up Treatables $1.30/lb and up Chemical Technician $60/hr and up Plus cost of drums etc.

  8. Procedure: • Contact Sales Rep. • Send list • Get cost estimate • Proceed Minimums?

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