Printer ink cartridges

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Printer ink cartridges

This includes any type of cartridge once empty.

Where?

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WEEE

When you buy a new device, whether at a point of sale or online, the seller is required to collect the old device free of charge. WEEE items smaller than 25 cm can be taken to household appliance shops with a sales area of 400 m² or more.

Which process is carried out?

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    Specialised company

    A specialised company separates the valuable materials (plastic, glass and metal) from the hazardous or non-recyclable elements and these items are decontaminated.

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    Sorting facility

    Companies treat the different types of plastic and metal so they can be reintroduced into the production chain.

What does it become?

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    Valuable metals

    Recovery of valuable metals such as Bromine, Cadmium, Gold, Silver, Lead, Mercury, Nickel, Coltan, Copper, Cobalt or Palladium, for new electronic components.

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    Plastic (devices)

    Cases for electronic devices and components.