Cleaning and disposing of pesticide containers must comply with label directions and federal, state, and local laws.

• A. They can be discarded in regular trash.
• B. Containers must be disposed of in accordance with label directions and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• C. They can be burned on-site.
• D. They can be left for next season.

Answer: (B)

Disposal of pesticide containers must follow label directions and laws to prevent harm. Even after the product is emptied, residues can remain and contaminate soil, water, or pose exposure risks to people and wildlife. The label specifies the exact cleaning steps—such as rinsing or triple-rinsing, draining, and how the rinse water should be handled—and tells you whether the container can be recycled, returned to a supplier, or must be taken to a permitted disposal site. On-site burning or tossing containers in regular trash can release toxic fumes and violate environmental or hazardous-w-waste rules. Therefore, the proper approach is to dispose of containers according to the label and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. If in doubt, check with the local pesticide regulatory agency for approved disposal options.