Non-regulated Drugs

EHRS provides blue ten (10) gallon containers for the disposal of non-regulated pharmaceutical materials. The laboratories are to utilize these containers to dispose their non-regulated pharmaceuticals. These containers are only for the collection of non-hazardous pharmaceuticals. Researchers can check the Hazardous Material Guide [PDF] to determine whether or not the pharmaceutical is regulated. Biohazardous sharps and non-sharps waste may not be placed in these containers.

The University’s vendor will pick up the blue containers on an as needed basis.  EHRS must be notified in order to schedule the requested pickups. Pickups will occur during normal business hours.  Staff must be present at facility for pickups to occur. Contact EHRS if additional bins are needed.

Pharmaceuticals that are listed as P, U or D wastes and DEA regulated substances may not be disposed by this process. If you require assistance disposing listed pharmaceuticals or DEA regulated materials, please contact EHRS.