Thermometers

Recycle

Electric and battery-powered thermometers that no longer work can be recycled at Midwest Recycling Center, Secure E-Cycle, and Lee’s Summit Resource Recovery Park. 

Different styles of digital and mercury thermometers
Midwest Recycling Secure ECycle Lee’s Summit Resource Recovery Park

Safe disposal

Mercury thermometers are hazardous because they contain mercury and are accepted by your local household hazardous waste program.

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Where can it go?

Find a RecycleSpot

Where can you recycle, donate or safely dispose of thermometers in the greater Kansas City area? Search our database. 

Find a recycle spot