Check your local household hazardous waste rules for mineral spirits disposal
Keep mineral spirits in the original container or a clearly labeled, sealed metal or solvent-safe container
Do not pour mineral spirits down drains, toilets, sinks, storm drains, or onto the ground
Do not put liquid mineral spirits in regular trash
Take unused mineral spirits to a household hazardous waste collection site or event
If your area allows it, bring them to a paint or solvent recycling facility
Let small amounts on rags, paper towels, or absorbent material dry completely outdoors in a well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and flames
Dispose of fully dry, solidified absorbent material according to local waste rules
Store contaminated rags in a sealed metal container until they can be taken to hazardous waste collection
Keep mineral spirits away from heat sources, open flames, and ignition sources during storage and disposal
Follow the disposal instructions on the product label and the safety data sheet if available