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What You Need To Know About Recycling Electronics

Many people do not understand just how important it is that they properly dispose of their small electronics. There are many reasons why you should be extra careful about recycling your electronics. Here are some things you need to know about recycling your small electronics.

Why Should I Recycle My Electronics?

Recycling your electronics is great for many reasons. The first is that when you take your electronics to a certified recycler or to the place where you bought it, they can use the plastic, gold, copper and other materials to repurpose other electronics. They might even be able fix your old electronics and allow them to be used by other people. For example, your old cell phone could be given to underprivileged individuals who need a cell phone, but cannot afford a new one.

Second, it is important to recognize that there are dangerous particles embedded in electronics. Some electronics contain mercury or lead, which can be toxic if they are emitted into the air. This is why it is important that you don't throw them away.

Where Can I Take My Electronics?

There are a couple different options when it comes to disposing of small electronics. For instance, you can donate the electronics to a consignment store. They will sell these items to people at a discount to be reused, or broken down for materials.

There are also electronic stores that are certified to recycle electronics. If you don't think that your electronic could be reused, it may be best to take it somewhere that could break it down and properly dispose of it. If in doubt about what you should do, you can call the place where you got your device from. They should be able to tell you places that you can take it.

Extra Perks of Recycling

There are many advantages to recycling. Some have already been mentioned earlier like protecting the environment and giving others a chance to use your old things.However, there is something that not very many people know about, which is that you might be able to get a tax write off. If you take your electronics to a donation center or a certified recycling center (such as Arcoa), make sure you get a receipt. Then you can use the worth of the electronic as a tax write off when tax seasons rolls around.

These are just a couple things that you need to know about recycling your electronics. 


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