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Where does it go? · Schadstoffe

Disposing of: Nail polish & remover

Liquid nail polish and remover are hazardous: take them to the hazardous-waste collection. Completely dried-out bottles may go in residual waste.

01 Where it goes

  1. 01 · RECOMMENDEDHazardous-waste collectionNever in household waste – take it to the hazardous-waste collection.
  2. 02 General waste binSmall amounts can go in the general waste bin.

03 Good to know

Paint, varnish, chemicals

Hazardous waste such as solvents, paint, varnish or pesticides goes to the hazardous-waste collection (Schadstoffmobil). Dried-out emulsion paint may go in general waste in many places.

Give things a second life

Furniture and appliances that still work are welcome at social department stores, swap groups or classified ads – it saves fees and resources.

05 Disposing of Nail polish & remover in your city

? FAQ: Nail polish & remover

Q01Where do I take Nail polish & remover in Germany?

Liquid nail polish and remover are hazardous: take them to the hazardous-waste collection. Completely dried-out bottles may go in residual waste.

Q02Does disposing of Nail polish & remover cost anything?

It depends on your city: many offer free bulky-waste pickups or free drop-off at the recycling centre up to a certain amount. Check your city page for the exact fees.

Q03Can Nail polish & remover go in household waste?

No – it counts as hazardous waste and must go to the hazardous-waste collection.