category Hazardous Materials

Light Bulbs & Lamps
Recycling

Light bulb recycling safely processes mercury-containing fluorescent tubes, CFLs, HID lamps, and other lighting waste through specialized equipment that captures mercury vapor and recovers glass, aluminum, and phosphor powder.

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What We Accept

All items processed through certified facilities with full documentation.

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check_circle4-foot and 8-foot fluorescent tubes (T8, T12, T5)

check_circleCompact fluorescent lamps (CFLs)

check_circleHigh-intensity discharge (HID) lamps

check_circleMercury vapor lamps

check_circleMetal halide lamps

check_circleSodium vapor lamps

check_circleU-bent and circular fluorescent tubes

check_circleLED tubes and bulbs (non-hazardous but recyclable)

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Recycling Process

Collection

Lamps collected in specialized boxes that prevent breakage during transport. We provide the boxes.

Crushing/Retort

Lamps processed through specialized equipment that captures mercury vapor under negative pressure. Glass, aluminum endcaps, and phosphor powder separated.

Mercury Recovery

Captured mercury is purified and sold for reuse in new lamps and industrial applications. Recovery rate exceeds 99%.

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Light Bulbs & Lamps Questions

Common questions about light bulbs & lamps recycling.

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Fluorescent tubes and CFLs contain mercury and are classified as universal waste under EPA rules. They cannot be disposed in regular trash and must go to licensed recyclers.

A standard 4-foot T8 tube contains about 3-5 mg of mercury. While small per lamp, facilities with thousands of tubes accumulate significant quantities. One broken tube can contaminate a large area.

Yes. We provide specialized lamp boxes (4-foot, 8-foot, and CFL sizes) designed to prevent breakage during storage and transport. Prepaid shipping labels included for smaller quantities.

No. LEDs don't contain mercury and aren't classified as hazardous waste. However, they do contain recyclable metals and electronic components, so recycling is still recommended.

Per-lamp pricing depends on type and quantity. Typical range: $0.15-$0.50 per tube for commercial quantities. Volume discounts available. We provide boxes, labels, and pickup.

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