Mercury

Any mercury-containing devices are hazardous, should be used and stored with great care, and require special disposal.

Mercury is accepted at UCRRA’s Household Hazardous Waste events. UCRRA’s collection events are open to Ulster County residents ONLY and an appointment is required. Mercury switches should be packaged in secondary containment and residents should use caution when handling, transporting mercury containing devices. 

Businesses with hazardous waste should refer to our list of Hazardous Waste Companies.

NYSDEC Hazardous Materials Program (845) 256-3137

Contact: UCRRA at (845) 336-0600