Is e-waste clearly defined? There is no clear definition for e-waste. The term is loosely applied to unwanted consumer and business electronic equipment.
Is e-waste considered hazardous? Sometimes. Certain components of some electronic products contain materials that render them hazardous depending on their condition and density. For instance, California law views nonfunctioning cathode ray tubes (CRT) and mercury bulbs from televisions, laptops, tablets and monitors as hazardous waste.
What should I do with my e-waste?Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
- Reduceyour e-waste through smart purchasing and good maintenance.
- Reuse still-functioning items by donating or selling them.
- Recyclethose products that cannot be repaired.