Recycling used motor oil is important and easy!
| Did you know... ...that the oil from one oil change if improperly disposed and not recycled can contaminate one million gallons of fresh water, which is a year's supply for 50 people.* |
...that there are over 30,000 locations in the United States such as auto parts stores, service stations or government agencies that will accept and recycle your used motor oil? |
Finding a used motor oil collection center is easier than ever. To find the oil collection center nearest you, type your zip code in the locator box below.
Oil Recycling Tips
- CHECK: Check the mileage on your car. Maintaining proper oil change intervals is an important way to maximize engine protection and performance. You can also check your vehicle owner's manual for oil change information.
- CONTAIN: Use a funnel to prevent spills. Transfer the used oil to a proper recycling container that is leak proof with a screw-top lid, like a motor oil bottle, or a sealable approved oil drip pan. DO NOT use a container that previously held household chemicals, such as cleaners, solvents, fuels (gasoline), paint or bleach. Also, do not mix any of these chemicals with new or used motor oil.
- CLEAN: Some oil drip pans double as a recycling container if they can be sealed for transport. Be sure to let excess motor oil drain into a recycling container. DO NOT rinse the residual oil down the drain. The drip pan should be stored in a plastic bag for reuse during the next oil change.
- CARRY: Carry the sealed recycling container to a recycling center in your area.
Castrol 's Commitment to the Environment
BP Lubricants USA Inc. markets premium Castrol® lubricants and business–building programs directly to independent lube operators, service providers, new car dealers and leading retailers. At the core of our organization is an unshakeable commitment to integrity, and honest dealing.We aim not only to comply with legal requirements but to drive down the environmental and health impact of our operations by reducing waste and emissions and using natural resources responsibly. We also look ahead to decommissioning and remediation in the earliest stages of design, following prevention principles to minimize our long–term impact.
To find out more on how to recycle your used oil, visit www.earth911.org.
This link is provided for informational purposes only. The waste oil collection centers listed on the site are not affiliated with or authorized, recommended, endorsed or audited by BP Lubricants USA Inc.
* Environmental Protection Agency, Earth 911
This link is provided for informational purposes only. The waste oil collection centers listed on the site are not affiliated with or authorized, recommended, endorsed or audited by BP Lubricants USA Inc.
* Environmental Protection Agency, Earth 911
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