The pressure rinse procedure punctures the container. They may then be buried in a sanitary landfill, if the operator allows and local regulations allow. The open burning must not produce smoke, soot, odors, visible emission, heat, or flame to such a degree as to create a nuisance. The containers must be burned in a noncombustible container or ground excavation covered by a metal grill. Properly cleaned plastic containers can also be recycled.
Recycling is the best management option for containers.
The energy value of the plastic is conserved and the containers are removed from the pesticide user's property, preventing them from becoming a potential liability. Contact your local county solid waste management agency or the county extension office for information on pesticide container recycling opportunities in your area. It usually cannot be stored. Fill your spray tank with only the amount required to do the job. Don't generate excess mixture.