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How to Dispose of Cooking Oil in Chicago, IL

Do not pour cooking oil into Chicago drains. HCCRF highlights auto fluids more than kitchen grease — confirm a grease recycler or current city cooking-oil guidance before hauling.

Category: OrganicsCity program · City of Chicago — Household Chemicals & Computer Recycling FacilityVerified 2026-08-10
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsideDrop-off / special
Fee noteNot HCCRF core list — confirm grease recycling options
PathwayGrease recycler / city guidance
Verified2026-08-10
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Curbside pickupNo / special call or drop-off required
Average tipping feeNot HCCRF core list — confirm grease recycling options
Hazardous ratingMedium
Nearest facility typeGrease recycler / city guidance
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-10

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Motor oil?

Motor oil/antifreeze/gasoline are called out for HCCRF / auto-fluid recycling.

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