Household hazardous waste drop-off

If you’re in Baton Rouge / East Baton Rouge Parish, the City-Parish has a few good options:

• Paint: Habitat for Humanity ReStore Northeast accepts full or partially full latex paint or stain, and full cans of oil paint year-round. The city recommends calling first.www.brla.gov+1
• Batteries: Interstate All Battery Center of Baton Rouge at 3154 College Dr. is listed by the city as a year-round battery recycling location. Home Depot and Lowe’s are also listed for rechargeable batteries.www.brla.gov+1
• Mixed household hazardous waste: The City-Parish holds two collection events each year. The next one is Saturday, November 21, 2026, 8 a.m.–noon at LSU Touchdown Village Parking Lot. Accepted materials include batteries, latex/oil/shellac paints, stains, varnishes, paint thinner, pesticides, cleaners, automotive fluids, and more.www.brla.gov

Important: Don't put batteries or household hazardous waste in your curbside garbage or recycling cart.www.brla.gov

Baton Rouge Household Hazardous Materials — official information

If you tell me what kind of batteries and paint you have (e.g., AA/AAA, lithium-ion, car battery; latex or oil-based), I can narrow this down to the best drop-off option.