Fluorescent tubes
Should contain
- Fluorescent lamps, only linear tubes.
Should not contain
- Fluorescent lamps and energy-saving light bulbs that are not linear tubes
- Is not to be in packaging.
- E-waste, incandescent lamps, hazardous waste and other waste
Description
Used and new linear tubes containing mercury.
Collection
Separate collection units, such as cardboard sleeves or crates. Cardboard must be removed before delivery.
Processing
Delivered to an approved waste reception facility for processing and/or destruction.
Recycling
Hazardous waste is to be taken out of circulation and not to be recycled.
Non-compliance
A sorting fee may be charged if the item is not sorted into a homogeneous fraction. If the waste is shattered, the waste reception facility may refuse to accept it.
Referral regulations
Special risk factors
Fluorescent tubes contain mercury that leak if broken. Both mercury vapor and powder are harmful..
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