Seven items that are potentially illegal to throw away
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Disposing of certain items improperly can have serious legal and environmental consequences. Electronics, tires, batteries, oil based paints, motor oil, fluorescent light bulbs, and smoke detectors are among the items that may be illegal to throw away in regular trash. These materials require special handling and disposal methods to prevent pollution and health hazards. For example, electronics contain hazardous materials like lead and mercury and should not be placed in your trash. Understanding and following local regulations for disposing of these items can help you avoid fines and protect the environment.
Source
Parvez SM, Jahan F, Brune MN, Gorman JF, Rahman MJ, Carpenter D, Islam Z, Rahman M, Aich N, Knibbs LD, Sly PD. Health consequences of exposure to e-waste: an updated systematic review. Lancet Planet Health. 2021 Dec;5(12):e905-e920. doi: 10.1016/S2542-5196(21)00263-1. PMID: 34895498; PMCID: PMC8674120.
Additional Reading
https://betterreport.com/items-you-should-never-throw-out/
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/electronic-waste-(e-waste)