Athens Hocking Solid Waste District

Freon items

Freon is a gas commonly found in items such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and water coolers.

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Freon is a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC), a non-combustible gas that is used as a refrigerant in common appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and water coolers. When released, Freon reacts with ozone in the upper atmosphere, causing ozone depletion – reducing the earth’s protective properties against ultraviolet radiation. For this reason, it is crucial that Freon is disposed of properly by a certified technician who can properly handle the gas.