Single - Family Services

Oil Collection Program

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Proper Used Motor Oil/Cooking Oil and Oil Filter Collection

Milpitas single-family residents can benefit from the curbside collection program for used motor oil, cooking oil, and oil filters. Residents may place up to two (2) gallons of used motor oil or cooking oil (in accepted containers) and properly bagged motor oil filters at the curb for collection.

Collection Instructions

Follow these simple steps to ensure your used motor oil, cooking oil, and oil filters are collected properly.

  • Used Oil:

    Oil must be in a secure, screw-top 1-gallon container.
    Keep motor oil and cooking oil in separate containers.
    Use the appropriate label(s) to indicate the contents of your container(s).

  • Oil Filters:

    Oil filters must be placed in a zipper-lock style bag.

  • Collection Placement:

    Place containers and bags on the curb (not in the gutter) next to your Blue Recyclables Split Cart for collection.
Please Remember:

Used Motor Oil & Cooking Oil Collection Setup

For more information about the used oil program, contact us.

  • Separation:

    Do not mix oils. Keep motor oil and cooking oil in separate containers.

  • Accepted Materials:

    Only motor oil and cooking oil are accepted. No other automotive liquids.

  • Limit:

    Limit of 2 gallons per customer, per week.

  • Containers and Bags:

    Oil containers and bags can be requested from Milpitas Sanitation. Contact us for more information.