Electronic equipment other than rechargeable batteries, cell phones, and equipment covered under state law, such as loose cables, cameras, gps devices, and microwaves are not specifically covered under any local or state regulations. Therefore, residents can discard these items in the regular trash. Manufacturers, retailers, and service providers are not required to offer free takeback programs.
However, in addition to discarding these items in the trash, there may still be alternatives to disposal.
Sell, donate, or exchange:
takeback programs that go above and beyond the law
third-party recyclers
Other electronic equipment, such as loose cables, cameras, gps devices, and microwaves are not eligible for free takeback from manufacturers. Visit electronics recycling to find possible options to sell, exchange, donate, reuse, or recycle through by a third party. In addition, these items can be discarded as regular trash.
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