AdBlue Disposal for Fleets and Businesses
National Recycling provides AdBlue disposal for fleet operators, garages and other businesses across the UK, collecting old, contaminated and surplus AdBlue in cans, drums and IBCs.
AdBlue collections
AdBlue We Collect
We collect old, contaminated and surplus AdBlue in cans, drums and IBCs and dispose of it compliantly.
We work with haulage firms, bus and coach operators, plant hire companies, farms, dealerships and fuel distributors.
Handled with care.
Contaminated AdBlue.
Fluid that has been mixed with diesel, oil, water or dirt, or drained from a tank after a misfuel.Old or degraded AdBlue.
Stock that has been stored too long or somewhere warm and may no longer meet the specification.Surplus stock.
Unused AdBlue left over after a fleet change, depot closure or overorder.Bulk containers.
AdBlue in drums and IBCs, plus the containers themselves. See IBC disposal.
From your site to a fresh start
How AdBlue Disposal Works
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Tell us what you have.
Use the quote form to tell us the volume, how it is stored, whether it is contaminated and your collection postcode. A photo helps us quote accurately. - 02
Get your quote.
Our team replies with a quote providing clear pricing details. - 03
We collect.
A licensed carrier from our national haulage network collects from your site on an agreed date. - 04
Recycle or dispose.
Your AdBlue goes to licensed recycling facilities or licensed disposal sites. We recycle wherever it is possible and safe. - 05
Receive your documents.
You get a waste transfer note, or a hazardous waste consignment note if the AdBlue is contaminated, for your records.
Let’s get it sorted
Get an AdBlue Disposal Quote
Tell us how much AdBlue you need collected and our team will reply with a quote. Call 0845 366 9306 or request a quote online.
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Why AdBlue Disposal Needs Care
Clean AdBlue is not normally classed as a hazardous substance, but that does not make it safe to pour away. Large volumes of urea solution can pollute watercourses, and AdBlue that has picked up diesel or oil may be classed as hazardous waste.
Under section 34 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, you have a duty of care for your business waste. That means storing it safely, passing it only to an authorised waste carrier and keeping waste transfer notes for 2 years.
If contaminated AdBlue is hazardous, the Hazardous Waste (England and Wales) Regulations 2005 apply and consignment notes must be kept for 3 years. Scotland has the Special Waste Regulations and Northern Ireland the Hazardous Waste Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2005.
A partner you can depend on
Why Choose National Recycling for AdBlue Disposal
UK-wide collections.
Our network of haulage partners collects from depots and sites across the country, so fleets with several locations deal with one supplier.Fully compliant.
We use verified waste carriers and licensed recycling facilities, in line with UK regulations.Recycling first.
We recycle wherever it is possible and safe, and send the rest to licensed disposal sites.The right containers.
We can supply approved storage containers, so your AdBlue is stored safely until it is collected.Fast quotes.
Our team replies quickly to every enquiry, providing a fast turnaround for collections.One-off or regular.
Book a single clearance or a scheduled collection, with one supplier for every location.
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How do you dispose of AdBlue?
Businesses should store unwanted AdBlue in sealed, labelled containers and have it collected by a licensed waste carrier. Do not pour it down a drain or mix it with other waste. National Recycling collects AdBlue from businesses across the UK and arranges recycling or disposal at licensed sites.
Is AdBlue hazardous waste?
Clean AdBlue is not normally classed as hazardous, but contaminated AdBlue can be. If it has been mixed with diesel, oil or other chemicals, it may need to be handled as hazardous waste with a consignment note. Tell us what you have and we will advise on the right paperwork.
Can you pour AdBlue down the drain?
No. AdBlue is a urea solution, and large volumes can pollute watercourses. Pouring business waste away also breaches your duty of care. Keep unwanted AdBlue in a sealed container, away from drains, and arrange a collection with a licensed waste carrier.
What should I do with contaminated AdBlue?
Stop using it, drain it into a clean, sealed container and label it as contaminated. Keep it away from drains and other waste, then book a collection with a licensed carrier. If diesel or oil is mixed in, it may be classed as hazardous, so tell us when you enquire.
Does AdBlue go off?
Yes, AdBlue can degrade over time, especially when stored somewhere warm, and old stock may no longer meet the specification your vehicles need. If you have out-of-date or doubtful AdBlue, keep it sealed and contact us for a disposal quote. Our team replies with a quote.