How to Dispose of Needles / Syringes in San Francisco, CA
In San Francisco, needles follows the same verified program pathway as medical sharps. San Francisco residents drop household hazardous waste free at Recology’s HHW Facility, 501 Tunnel Avenue, Thursday–Saturday 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed major holidays including New Year’s, July 4, Thanksgiving week dates, Dec 25–26). Bring proof of SF residency; max about 15 gallons per trip. Free residential HHW home collection is also available by emailing hhw@recology.com. Home-generated sharps usually need an approved sharps container — confirm before visiting.
Needles / Syringes is listed on the San Francisco HHW program. Same official source as the city hhw rules.
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Local specifics
| Curbside pickup | No / special call or drop-off required |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Free for eligible residents at HHW facility |
| Hazardous rating | High |
| Nearest facility type | Recology HHW Facility — 501 Tunnel Ave |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-10 |
Common questions
Same channel as medical sharps?
Yes — same city/county program; confirm acceptance for unusual sizes or commercial loads.
Source?
Based on Recology San Francisco — Household Hazardous Waste (audited).
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