Smoke detectors

smoke detector

Some smoke detectors and combo smoke/CO detectors contain radioactive material, Americium 241. Look on the unit for (i), ionizing, radioactive or Am 241. Single purpose Carbon monoxide (CO) detectors are not radioactive. Smoke and CO detectors with removable batteries can be trashed, or you may bring them to the Eco Depot (fees apply).

  • Smoke detectors