Where to dispose of fluorescent bulbs in Los Angeles County, CA
Fluorescent bulbs go to any LA S.A.F.E. Center.
California state rules
California bans household batteries, fluorescent lamps and electronic devices from the trash — take them to an HHW program, retailer take-back or authorized recycler. Source: calrecycle.ca.gov
Facilities
S.A.F.E. Centers (7 locations, City of LA / LA County residents)
e.g. Washington Blvd: 2649 E. Washington Blvd, Los Angeles 90021; Randall St: 11025 Randall St, Sun Valley 91352; Hyperion: 7660 W. Imperial Hwy Gate B, Playa del Rey 90293; Gaffey St: 1400 N. Gaffey St, San Pedro 90731; Balboa: 10241 N. Balboa Blvd, Northridge 91325; UCLA: 550 Charles E. Young Dr, Los Angeles 90095; LA-Glendale: 4600 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles 90039
Hours: Most Sat & Sun 9 AM–3 PM; LA-Glendale Sat only; UCLA Fri, Sat & 1st Sun
LA County Sanitation Districts' page lists the LA-Glendale center as temporarily closed; CleanLA lists it open — call first.
Source: cleanla.lacounty.gov · checked 2026-10-25
Rules & limits
- Banned from the trash in California
Sources
- https://sanitation.lacity.gov/services/safe-centers-household-hazardous-waste-disposal
- https://calrecycle.ca.gov/homehazwaste/info/
FAQ
Where can I dispose of fluorescent bulbs in Los Angeles County, CA?
Fluorescent bulbs go to any LA S.A.F.E. Center.
How much does it cost to dispose of fluorescent bulbs in Los Angeles County, CA?
Free
What are the hours?
S.A.F.E. Centers (7 locations, City of LA / LA County residents): Most Sat & Sun 9 AM–3 PM; LA-Glendale Sat only; UCLA Fri, Sat & 1st Sun.
Who should I call to confirm?
Contact the facility listed above. Rules change; confirm before you drive.
Are there California rules for fluorescent bulbs?
California bans household batteries, fluorescent lamps and electronic devices from the trash — take them to an HHW program, retailer take-back or authorized recycler.
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