Information on the return of electrical and electronic waste in EU countries according to Directive 2002/96/EC, and its im- plementation in respective national regulations
a) Reason and Purpose of Separate Collection
Users of electrical and electronic equipment are required to dispose of used devices sepa- rately. Electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of together with unsorted municipal solid waste (domestic refuse), as it contains a range of dangerous elements that cause problems for waste management. Separate collection from regular municipal waste is a prerequisite for the special treatment and appropriate recycling of electrical and elec- tronic waste. This is essential, as many components of electrical and electronic devices are damaging to the environment if they are not disposed of professionally. Disposing of the devices along with unsorted municipal waste can cause harmful substances to enter the waste flow. The consequence would be a considerable burden on the environment.
b) Significance the ‘Crossed-Out Wheelie Bin’
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c) Reuse, Recycling and Recovery
Electrical and electronic waste contains valuable raw materials such as iron, aluminum and copper. These components must be treated selectively. A separate collection and a
According to the particular terms, manufacturers are obligated to assume the costs associ- ated with disposing of these devices as well as other obligations. This is to promote the chief objectives of reuse and recycling. For this to be possible, consumers must dispose of used devices that are no longer needed at communal collection points. Actively using these return and collection systems contributes to the reuse, recycling and recovery of electrical and electronic equipment and protects the environment.
d) Weight
Information on the weight of the acquired product can be found on the item list as well as on the packaging.
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