Accepted in diversion stream

How to Dispose of Food Scraps in Stockton, CA

Food scraps go in Stockton organics — not recycling. Never put sharps or HHW in organics carts.

Category: OrganicsCity program · City of Stockton — Hazardous WasteVerified 2026-08-10
StatusAccepted in diversion stream
CurbsidePossible / program
Fee noteIncluded with Stockton organics
PathwayStockton organics cart
Verified2026-08-10
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Curbside pickupYes / organics stream
Average tipping feeIncluded with Stockton organics
Hazardous ratingLow
Nearest facility typeStockton organics cart
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-10

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Sharps in organics?

Illegal — use approved sharps containers to HHW/pharmacy programs.

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