Find places to recycle printer cartridges near you

Find a nearby place for printer cartridges

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How to recycle printer cartridges

Use a retailer, manufacturer or postal scheme that lists your cartridge model. Keep return caps and packaging from the replacement cartridge.

Possible recycling routes

Recycling centres and tipsSpecialist recycling schemesSpecialist disposal servicesHousehold hazardous waste servicesHousehold waste recycling centresRetailer take-back points

Prepare printer cartridges for recycling

• Use the transport cap if available
• Seal leaking cartridges in suitable packaging
• Check the model against the accepted list

What must stay out

Keep these items separate and check the site rules before you travel.

• Postal schemes accept selected cartridge models
• Waste toner bottles can use a different route
• Business quantities need a business service

Types of site to check

These site types can list printer cartridges. Each provider sets its own limits and access rules.

• Recycling centres and tips

  Council recycling centres accept many types of household waste. Check the council rules for booking, permits, proof of address, vehicle access and charges before travel.

• Specialist recycling schemes

  Collection services for items that most household recycling bins cannot accept. Schemes can use shops, postal returns or limited public drop-off points.

• Specialist disposal services

  Services for waste that needs controlled handling or a dedicated collection route. Check the official service before you move or transport the item.

• Household hazardous waste services

  Council sites and collection services for household materials that can harm people or the environment. You must check the local service before travel.

• Household waste recycling centres

  Council-run sites that accept many types of household recycling and waste. Local rules can cover booking, proof of address, vehicle permits and charges for some DIY waste.

• Retailer take-back points

  Shops and delivery services that take back selected products or packaging. Rules depend on the product, the retailer and whether you are buying a replacement.

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  Personal computers, laptops, tablets, monitors, keyboards and related household equipment.

• Plastic bottles

  Empty drinks, milk, detergent, shampoo and cleaning product bottles made from accepted household plastics.

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Questions about recycling printer cartridges

Where can I recycle printer cartridges?

Enter your postcode in the local finder to search recycling centres and tips and specialist recycling schemes and specialist disposal services and household hazardous waste services and household waste recycling centres and retailer take-back points near you. Check the provider page before you travel because item lists and access rules can change.

How should I prepare printer cartridges for recycling?

Use a retailer, manufacturer or postal scheme that lists your cartridge model. Keep return caps and packaging from the replacement cartridge.