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What Happens To Disposable Vapes When Put In Bin?

Published 19 July 2022

What Happens To Disposable Vapes When Put In Bin?

Plastic elements of disposable vapes can not be recycled without components being dismantled and properly categorised. As such, if you just throw disposable vapes in the bin, they will most likely end up in landfills along with other non-recyclable waste.

Due to the safety concerns surrounding dismantling a disposable vape into recyclable components, we instead recommend taking your intact disposable vape pen to a specialised electronic waste company as devices made by popular disposable vape brands are classed as WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). WEEE facilities can dismantle and recycle the relevant components of your vape safely.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) facilities offer several benefits over traditional recycling methods. They are specially designed for recycling electronic waste, which includes disposable vapes. They can do so in a way that is safe for both the environment and the people handling the waste.

At a WEEE facility, all the components of a disposable vape pen will be separated and recycled. The plastic parts will be recycled into new plastic products, the metal parts will be recycled into new metal products, and the electronic components will be recycled into new electronic components.

The benefits of recycling disposable vapes at a WEEE facility are twofold. First, it prevents these devices from ending up in landfills, where they will take up space and potentially leak harmful battery chemicals into the ground. Second, it allows the materials in these devices to be recycled into new products, which reduces the need for mining or manufacturing new materials.

If you have a disposable vape pen that you would like to recycle, we recommend taking it to a WEEE facility.

When it comes to recycling, there are several things you need to take into account. The first is the type of material the vape is made out of. Disposable vapes are generally made of plastic, meaning they can be recycled if they are correctly taken apart and sorted. However, if you just throw a disposable vape in the bin, it will probably end up in a landfill.

The second thing to consider is the battery. Most disposable vapes use lithium-ion batteries, which are regarded as hazardous waste. That means they must be disposed of properly, typically at specialised facilities. If you throw them in the bin, they could end up in a landfill where they could leak chemicals and pollute the environment.

The third thing to consider is nicotine. Nicotine is a highly addictive substance that can be harmful if not disposed of properly. To ensure you avoid any issues, ensure your disposable vape has entirely run out before considering disposal.

In short, the best way to dispose of a disposable vape is to take it to a specialised WEEE facility. This will ensure that all the materials in the vape are recycled properly and safely.

Browse our collection of nicotine-free5mg10mg, and 20mg disposable vapes at IndeJuice.

Learn more with our vape guide on are disposable vapes environmentally friendly?

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