About Lubricating Oils

Common hazardous ingredients
Aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons (benzene, naphthalene, toluene, xylene)

Potential hazards
Flammable, toxic

Use and storage
Minimize skin contact by wearing nitrile gloves.  Store in a secure area that is locked or out of reach of children and pets.

Disposal
Best: Use up or give away.  Dispose of empty containers in the garbage.
Second Best: Hold for a household hazardous waste collection. In Oregon, call 1-800-732-9253 to find out if there is a hazardous waste collection event scheduled in your community, or call your garbage hauler, local government solid waste department or the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality at (503) 229-5913 or toll-free at 1-800-452-4011.

Alternatives

  • Use plain castor oil or mineral oil on hinges, doorknobs and latches.
  • For locks, use dry powdered graphite.



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