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Very Small Quantity Generator Collection Program

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Must be located in Ramsey County, AND
Must be licensed (or in the process of being licensed) as a VSQG, OR
Doing a one-time cleanout of less than 2,200 pounds (220 gallons) of hazardous waste. If you've had a one-time license before, you will need an annual license instead. A one-time license can be used only once.

Get an annual or one-time license

Review disposal costs listed below.
Complete a VSQG collection form.
Email it to [email protected].
After reviewing, Bay West will contact you to set up an appointment.
Drop off your waste (follow transportation guidelines) at your appointment time.
Save disposal documentation provided by Bay West for your records.
You'll receive a bill via email from Ramsey County. Pay it within 30 days of receipt.

Location

Ramsey County Household Hazardous Waste / Bay West
5 Empire Dr., Saint Paul, MN 55103

Hours

Waste is accepted by appointment only during the following times:

April - November

Tuesday - Friday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

December - March

Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Limited weekday appointments available.

Closed: Mondays, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Contact Bay West at [email protected] or 651-291-3451.

Disposal costs

Prices subject to change.

Common wastes

Adhesives (paint-related material): $1.43 per pound.
Aerosols: $1.26 per pound.
Antifreeze: $0.90 per pound.
Carburetor cleaner: $1.81 per pound.
Cleaning agents: $1.78 per pound.
Compressed gas cylinders less than 30 ounces: $3.28 each.
Compressed gas cylinders greater than 30 ounces: $14.54 each.
Corrosives (acids, bases): $1.78 per pound.
Fuels/gasoline: $3.15 per gallon.
Industrial coatings (e.g., automotive paints, marine paints, floor coating): $1.43 per pound.
Latex paint, oil-based paint, stains: Free.
Motor oil: Free.
Oil filters: $0.36 per pound.
Oil sorbents (rags): $2.76 per pound.
Paint stripper: $1.81 per pound.
Pesticides (no rinsate): First 300 pounds are free.
Solvents (clean, organic): $3.15 per gallon.
Thinner: $3.15 per gallon.

Batteries

Alkaline: $0.63 per pound.
Lithium primary and button: Contact for pricing.
Lead-acid: Free.
Lithium ion (rechargeable): Free.
Lithium DDR (damaged, defective, recalled): $47.14 per pound.
Ni-Cad: Free.
Ni-MH: Free.

Lamps and ballasts

Four foot and shorter straight fluorescent lamps: $0.23 each.
Five foot and longer straight fluorescent lamps: $0.42 each.
Compact fluorescent lamps: $0.35 each.
All other bulbs: $0.96 each.
PCB ballasts: $1.49 per pound.

Labor charges

Includes administration and labor.

First hour: $85.
Hours after first: $70.
Minimum fee (half hour or less): $55.

Don't see your waste listed?

Contact [email protected] or 651-291-3451.

Transportation guidelines

Follow these transportation guidelines (PDF)

In general:

Used containers that are closed, labeled and in good condition (not rusting or leaking).
Transport bulbs in original or similar containers to prevent damage. Don't tape them together.
Tape both ends of batteries or separate into bags.
Keep a complete shipping paper in your vehicle.

Ramsey County reserves the right to refuse waste that is not transported in accordance with state transportation guidelines.

Benefits of this program