How to dispose of cooking oil in Milwaukee

Checked against official sources · September 7, 2026

Drop off

Take it to a city drop-off center

Recycle used cooking oil at a city drop-off center, or seal a small amount and put it in the green cart.

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What to do

  1. Let oil cool and pour it into a sealed container.
  2. For recycling, bring it to a city drop-off center.
  3. If using the trash, make sure the container cannot leak.

Keep in mind

Do not pour oil into a sink, toilet, storm drain, or onto the ground.

Check the official information

Rules, hours, and fees can change. These are the sources used for this answer.