Special handling required

How to Dispose of Oil-Based Paint in McAllen, TX

paint oil: McAllen Recycling Center does NOT accept hazardous waste. For paint oil, use scheduled community HHW events or TCEQ-listed local HHW programs — do not put chemicals in bulky or the recycling center.

Category: HazardousOil-Based Paint disposal near meMcAllen HHWCity program · McAllen Recycling Center — prohibited HHW noteVerified 2026-08-12
StatusSpecial handling required
CurbsideDrop-off / special
Fee noteResident HHW program
PathwayNo permanent city HHW — events / TCEQ local programs
Verified2026-08-12
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Curbside pickupNo / special call or drop-off required
Average tipping feeResident HHW program
Hazardous ratingHigh
Nearest facility typeNo permanent city HHW — events / TCEQ local programs
Rule source levelcity
Last verified2026-08-12

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