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Aerosolv FAQ: Questions about spray can recycling Page 4 of 5 considered empty, and therefore exempt from regulation, were it not for the fact that the propellant compressed gas is reactive to heat and is still present in an empty can (40 CFR 261.23 (a) (6)). » Is the puncturing of aerosol cans with AEROSOLV considered treatment? No, however, according to the EPA's Office of Solid Waste: a steel aerosol can that does not contain a significant amount of liquid (e.g., a can that has been punctured and drained) would meet the definition of scrap metal (40 CFR 261.1(c) (6)), and, if it is to be recycled, would be exempt from regulation under 40 CFR 261.6(a) (3) (iv). Scrap metal that is recycled is exempt from RCRA regulation under this provision even if it is hazardous waste, so generators need not make a hazardous waste determination. In 1999 California EPA certified the Aerosolv process to eliminate the classification of treatment. » What does it cost to dispose of the collected liquids in the drum?? A Hazardous Waste handler will charge from $275 to $350 per 55-gallon drum for proper transportation and recycling, reclamation and/or disposal. This represents the total disposal cost for the residual liquids of 4,200 spent aerosol cans. This compares ? to solid waste disposal cost for the residual liquids of 4,200 spent aerosol cans. This compares to solid waste disposal cost of unpunctured aerosol cans of $650 to $1,200 per 96 cans! On a direct comparison of 4,200 spent cans, the cost saving with AEROSOLV ranges form $28,000 to $52,000. Filter » How does the filter work?? It is composed of two parts: a coalescing lower portion and an activated carbon upper portion. The coalescing portion collects microscopic airborne liquids from the gas and combines them into droplets which collect within the filter chamber. The activated carbon adsorbs hydrocarbons and removes odor from the "dry" gas which has passed through the coalescing portion. It effectively reduces VOC's from the escaping gas, resulting in total hydrocarbon emissions 75% less than the 300 ppm desired limitations. » Does any compressed gas remain in the drum?? ? The compressed gas seeks escape through the point of least resistance, which is the filter. However, a minimal amount of gas may remain in the drum. By leaving the "last" can punctured within the AEROSOLV housing until puncturing is resumed, an effective prolonged seal can be maintained. » Can pressure build in the drum?? ? 10/21/2010