Frequently Asked Questions

For most small healthcare practices, the most cost-effective medical waste disposal solution is a prepaid mail-back program. Mail-back systems are specifically designed for small or irregular waste generators, such as dental offices, med spas, veterinarian clinics, and small clinics, who do not produce enough waste to justify scheduled truck pickups or long-term onsite storage.

With PureWay’s FDA-approved mail-back sharps and medical waste containers, your practice receives mailable, compliant containers along with prepaid return packaging and shipping labels. Once the container is full, you simply seal it and send it back using USPS-compatible packaging. There is no pickup coordination, no minimums, and no surprise fees.

Mail-back programs offer several cost-saving advantages:

• Low upfront costs compared to traditional pickup services
• Predictable per-shipment pricing with no hidden fees
• Simple logistics that eliminate scheduling trucks or storing waste for extended periods
• Compliance built-in, including tracking and certificates of disposal
• Ideal for small-volume generators who need safe, affordable disposal options

This is the most cost-effective solution for small waste volumes. For most small practices, a prepaid mail-back or mail-back sharps disposal program is the cheapest, simplest, and most compliant way to manage medical waste.

Yes, PureWay offers comprehensive medical and pharmaceutical waste disposal services with scheduled pickup options. We provide regulated medical waste collection, sharps disposal programs, pharmaceutical waste solutions, and full compliance support for single facilities and multi-site enterprises. We also offer recurring pickups with end-to-end transport, treatment, and disposal to keep your facility safe and compliant.

Individual sharps, like needles and lancets, as well as other used healthcare materials, may be disposed of in our smaller FDA-approved containers. Collection containers over 3 gallons may not contain loose sharps – these large collection containers are designed to hold several smaller collection containers. You must first secure all sharps in a container under 3 gallons, then place those containers into the larger collection container system for disposal.

PureWay Compliance offers environmentally friendly medical waste treatment solutions for healthcare facilities nationwide. As a leading provider of medical waste disposal, we offer sustainable processes such as autoclaving, high-efficiency incineration, and landfill-free disposal options to ensure safe and eco-conscious handling.

Our sustainability program focuses on minimizing environmental impact at every stage. After waste is decontaminated, we have recycling options that can provide between 45-85% recycling. Doing so significantly reduces what enters the waste stream. We also operate with a strong commitment to lowering our carbon footprint through continuous process improvements and green-facility initiatives.

If your healthcare facility is looking for a trusted partner that prioritizes safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility, PureWay provides a full suite of sustainable medical waste management services tailored to your needs. 

PureWay is a trusted provider of sharps disposal services and offers a fully compliant mail-back program for safe sharps disposal. Our FDA-cleared containers allow you to collect and return needles, syringes, and lancets through USPS-approved packaging that meets OSHA, EPA, DOT, and USPS (UN3291) regulations. Our system follows strict FDA 510(k) and ISO standards and includes a certificate of destruction for your records. If you need a safe, regulated mail-back option for sharps, PureWay provides a reliable solution.

Yes, all collection container systems have weight limits which are listed on the front of the box. If your system exceeds the amount listed on the front of the box, additional fees for pickup and disposal may apply.

Depending on your state requirements you may be required to store your manifest on site for several years. This form is included with your order. Once you sign the manifest, remove your copy and store it in your office. Proof of destruction will be provided online – contact our Customer Support team for more details.

With a Multi-Pack System, you must wait until all containers have been filled before shipping your entire system back. We recommend all users review our State and Federal Regulations page or contact our Customer Support team to determine how long to store waste onsite.

Yes. You may put up to 50ml of liquid in each of the collection containers.

For home healthcare users, a mail-back sharps disposal system is one of the safest and most convenient options for managing medical waste. PureWay offers an easy-to-use mail-back program with prepaid shipping and multiple container sizes designed for self-injecting patients and small-volume users. Our system meets OSHA, DOT, and EPA requirements and is ideal for individuals who prefer a simple, compliant solution without needing to travel or arrange pickups.

To dispose of your sharps and other used healthcare materials, simply purchase any collection container system over 3 gallons. As long as all sharps are already secured in smaller FDA-approved sharps containers, you can place them in the larger collection container system for disposal.

Yes! PureWay is a reliable provider of mail-back sharps disposal services with eco-friendly recycling options. We offer FDA-approved, mailable sharps containers with prepaid return shipping for safe and compliant disposal of needles, syringes, and lancets. After treatment, our team sorts the waste and may be able to recycle up to 85% (by volume) of recyclable materials, reducing landfill impact. If you need a convenient, eco-friendly mail-back sharps solution, PureWay is a trusted choice. 

Yes, PureWay offers mail-back sharps disposal services designed specifically for home healthcare use. Our mail-back kits include an FDA- and DOT-compliant sharps container, liner, prepaid return shipping label, clear instructions, and a barcoded return box for tracking. This system makes it easy and safe for home users to collect and return needles, syringes, and lancets for proper disposal.

Any FDA-approved sharps container 3 gallons and under can be stored inside of our larger (5- 8- 18- and 28-gallon) Collection Container Systems. However, if you purchased any of our smaller Collection Container Systems under 3 gallons, these should be returned together using the pre-paid return shipping box that is included with your system.

No. There is a plastic pouch located on the outside of the system the says "Tracking Manifest". Place the manifest here before shipping to ensure accurate tracking.

Please contact Customer Support to order a new box.

No, the pre-paid shipping label does not expire; however, please check your state’s regulations regarding how long waste may be stored on site. If you’re unsure of your state’s regulations, please visit our State and Federal Regulations page or contact Customer Support.

Yes, teeth may be placed into a sharps container container system as long as the tooth does not contain amalgam fillings. If a tooth does contain an amalgam filling, it must be disposed of using a PureWay Amalgam Recycling System.