Propane and butane tanks
Disposal guidance for households
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Accepted at hazardous waste collection sites
Disposal restrictions:
- All containers must be 8 gallons or less. Limit 5 tanks per trip.
- Propane tanks larger than 8 gallons can be returned to the manufacturer or to a Blue Rhino location.
- Limit 5 tanks or cylinders for small propane/butane tanks, personal oxygen tanks, or any compressed gas cylinder under 2-feet in length.
Small gas canisters, such as camping canisters, can go in the garbage if they are empty. Empty or partially filled tanks, 8 gallons or less, can be taken to a hazardous waste facility.
Transfer stations do not accept propane tanks of any size.