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Pressurised gas cylinders

How to dispose of propane cylinder.

Recommended answerPropane cylinders require a cylinder-return, supplier or hazardous-waste route.
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Recommended route

Return to the supplier, approved cylinder programme or authorised hazardous facility.

Before disposal or return

  1. Keep the valve protected.
  2. Transport upright and secure.

Do not

Do not puncture, cut, burn or place in scrap metal unless certified empty and accepted.

Reference sources

U.S. EPA — household hazardous wasteOpen source ↗

Checked 2026-08-16

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