How to dispose of Latex & Nitrile Gloves in California
California rules
Medical gloves from home healthcare must follow sharps/medical waste disposal rules if contaminated.
General steps
- Used latex and nitrile gloves go in regular trash — they are not recyclable curbside.
- If contaminated with chemicals or medical waste, double-bag before trashing.
- Some TerraCycle programs accept clean gloves for specialized recycling.
- Consider switching to reusable gloves for household cleaning to reduce waste.