Aerosol cans are classified as hazardous waste if they still contain pressure or ignitable solvents. the cans, even when empty.

That night, Marco went back to the warehouse. He didn’t bring a can. He brought a crowbar and a trash bag. One by one, he pried off the lids of the plastic tub where he kept his empties—thirty-seven Nasca cans, some still half-full. He read the fine print on each label:

Causes serious eye irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness (narcotic effects). May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled.

Do not induce vomiting due to aspiration hazards. Rinse mouth and seek immediate medical attention. 5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Spray paints are complex mixtures of solvents, propellants, pigments, and binders. A typical sheet lists hazardous components alongside their and concentration percentages: Safety Data Sheet - Rust-Oleum GHS 16 Section SDS

Safety glasses or goggles are highly recommended.

Always use in a well-ventilated area, preferably outdoors. Do not smoke or use near open flames. Avoid breathing in the spray mist.

May cause respiratory irritation, dizziness, or drowsiness (H335, H336).

Nasca spray paints are typically solvent-based aerosols. The SDS identifies the product as highly flammable. Extremely flammable aerosol (Category 1). Pressurized Container: May burst if heated.

Heavy-duty aromatic hydrocarbons that improve resin solubility and enhance the paint's final binding strength.