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Can used needles or lancets go in the recycling bin?

No. Sharps are not recyclable.

  1. No, they are not recyclable ✔
  2. Yes, if the cap is on
  3. Yes, with the metal cans

Why: Used sharps go straight into a sharps disposal container. Never put loose needles in the trash or recycling, and never flush them. Check your community guidelines for drop-off or pickup.

Huh, didn't know that: Keep sharps and sharps containers out of reach of children and pets.

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Sources

  1. FDA, DOs and DON'Ts of Proper Sharps Disposal https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safely-using-sharps-needles-and-syringes-home-work-and-travel/dos-and-donts-proper-sharps-disposal
  2. FDA, What to Do if You Can't Find a Sharps Disposal Container https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safely-using-sharps-needles-and-syringes-home-work-and-travel/what-do-if-you-cant-find-sharps-disposal-container

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