Sortti containers for domestic hazardous waste

Sortti container for domestic hazardous waste

In addition to Sortti Stations, we accept almost all hazardous waste from households free of charge at Sortti containers for hazardous waste. The collection is for private individuals only. Hazardous waste from companies is accepted at Kivikko and is subject to a charge.

Sortti containers for hazardous waste are usually located in the yards of service stations or stores and are accessible during their opening hours.

 

How to use Sortti containers

Sortti containers and cabinets

  • Fill in the customer information form at the service point, providing both your own information and the waste you are delivering.
  • The processing of personal data is based on HSY's General Privacy Statement.

Self-service Sortti container in Viikki

  • Log in to our eSortti service. Strong authentication via Suomi.fi is required.
  • Register the waste you're bringing.
  • You will receive a confirmation message by email or phone, containing an access code for the container and sorting instructions for your waste.

Pack the waste properly

  • Bring the waste in its original containers, or clearly label each container with its contents.
  • Containers must be intact and closed.
  • Place the containers upright in the designated boxes.

Sorting instructions at the Sortti container

What cannot be brought to the Sortti containers:

Car batteries: Lead-acid batteries for cars and motorcycles (Pd) must be taken to Sortti Stations or Sortti collection vehicles.

Medications: Return medicines free of charge to a pharmacy.

Gas cylinders: For safety reasons, we only accept gas cylinders at Sortti Stations.

Electric and electronic waste: We accept electrical and electronic waste free of charge at Sortti Stations.

Pressure impregnated wood: Pressure-treated wood must be taken to a Sortti Station. The price is determined according to the price list. 

Waste containing asbestos: Asbestos is only accepted at the Ämmässuo Sortti Station. The price is determined according to the price list.

Emergency flares or fireworks: Return emergency flares and fireworks to the retailer or a location designated by the police.

Barrels of hazardous waste: Barrels containing hazardous waste must be taken to the hazardous waste station in Kivikko (Kivikonlaita 5, open Mon–Fri 7 a.m.–4 p.m.).

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