Ethanol Disposal
Waste ethanol and alcohol-water mixtures collected from laboratories, distilleries, manufacturers and healthcare sites.
How our ethanol disposal service works
Ethanol waste can be flammable even when diluted, and it often carries residues from cleaning, extraction, sanitising or sample preparation work. This is why it is critical to use a professional disposal service to collect, remove and dispose of this waste type.
Collections can be arranged for various volumes, from small bottles through to large drums and IBCs. This may be on a regular or ad-hoc basis depending on your business requirements.
Each collection is planned around the waste, storage and site access, with the required paperwork provided.
We collect the waste as a licensed waste carrier, using ADR drivers where required, and take it to a licensed disposal site operating under the appropriate permit or exemption.
Waste streams covered by this service
- Waste ethanol
- Denatured alcohol
- Alcohol-water mixtures
- Extraction residues
- Contaminated alcohol wipes
- Expired alcohol stock
Request a quote for ethanol disposal
Send the waste type, quantity, full collection address and photographs. We will confirm the collection plan and timing.
Safe collection starts with the right information
Chemical waste can create fire, fume, corrosion, reaction and water pollution risks when it is badly stored or moved through the wrong route.
Protects your people
Compatible containers, clear labels and trained handling reduce exposure and reaction risks before collection.
Compliance
We provide the relevant collection paperwork and digital hazardous waste consignment notes for your records.
Prioritises recovery
We prioritise the recovery and recycling of materials where possible.
Ethanol disposal FAQs
Common questions for commercial and industrial sites. If your stream is unusual, call 0845 366 9306 for advice.
Do you collect waste ethanol from small sites?
Yes. Ethanol disposal is available for small producers as well as multi-site operators. We can collect single drums, boxed small containers, pallets, IBCs or bulk liquids where access allows.
What paperwork comes with ethanol disposal?
The relevant collection paperwork is prepared and provided for your records, including HWCNs.
Can you advise on the correct waste code?
Our team reviews labels, safety data sheets, container condition and the process that produced the waste so we can arrange the right collection and destination site.
Do containers need to be labelled before collection?
Containers should be closed, sound and labelled with the contents where known. If labels are missing or damaged, send photographs and we will advise before the vehicle is booked.
How quickly can you collect?
Most collections are planned within a few working days after the quote is accepted. Urgent removals can be arranged where the waste and collection requirements allow.
Need a chemical waste collection?
Send the waste details, quantity, full collection address and photographs. We will confirm the collection plan and price before booking.