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:

• online exchanges
• national charities
• reuse tips
• nyc stuff exchange for local charities  

standard takeback programs that go above and beyond the law 
voluntary takeback programs for non-covered electronics 
third-party recyclers 

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