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Car Air Freshener
Also known as: Car freshener, Air freshener, Auto freshener, Car perfume
Kerbside collection: check your council
Kerbside rules differ across New Zealand — bins, crates and accepted materials all vary — so your council's own guide is the only reliable answer for where this goes at home.
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Large quantities can be taken to a refuse transfer station.
Impact: Incorrect disposal of air fresheners can release harmful chemicals into the environment, potentially contaminating soil and waterways.
Did you know? Some air fresheners contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that can contribute to indoor air pollution.
Find your council
Your council is the authoritative source for local collection rules.