Roll-On Deodorant
What Should I Do With It?
Roll-on deodorants, which are personal care products commonly purchased from grocery stores and pharmacies, require careful separation before disposal. While the main plastic bottle itself may be recyclable, the plastic used to manufacture the caps and the rolling balls is usually made from a different material. Because of this, you must always remove the caps and balls and place them directly into the trash before handling the bottle. If the rolling ball cannot be detached from the container, the entire item must be tossed into the regular garbage to avoid contaminating the recycling stream.
Before throwing this away, see if it can be fixed up, given to a friend, or donated to a local thrift shop. Keeping items in use is the best way to stop waste before it starts!
The recycling guidelines shown here are for general reference and educational purposes. Every city and town has different rules, sorting equipment, and recycling programs.
Please check your local town website or ask your local garbage collection program to make sure you are following your neighborhood's rules.