Computer and Electronics Recycling
A little known fact is that many electronics contain toxic substances such as lead, cadmium, mercury, and arsenic. When these substances find their way into the waste stream, they may threaten the environment and human health. If possible, we should try to keep them out of landfills.
So what can you do with an old computer, television set, cell phone or other electronic item? Local charities or schools may accept some reusable consumer electronics, especially PentiumTM computers. Other electronics can be given to a family member, friend or neighbor. You may also consider leasing equipment or upgrading your existing equipment. Several equipment manufacturers offer customers recycling services (see below).
Local Computer and Electronics Outlets
Contact these outlets to be sure they can accept your electronic items.
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Company |
Contact Information |
Accepted Materials |
Notes |
Gunther Electronics
5080 Delmar Blvd.
St. Louis, MO |
314-367-9933 |
Consumer and commercial electronics. No TVs or microwaves |
Average cost is $0.20 per pound. |
Laclede Computer Trading
9405 Gravois
St. Louis, MO 63123 |
314-644-5888
Bill Briggs |
Computer electronics only. Working or non-working. Consumer and commercial electronics. |
May charge or pay depending upon the item.
Charge up to $15/monitor. |
The Mac Store
2497A Adie Rd. |
314-692-8900 |
Working Macs only; call first. |
May charge or pay depending on items. |
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp.
More than 270 locations in St. Louis area |
1-800-8-BATTERY
www.rbrc.com |
All types of rechargeable batteries |
No charge. |
United Hebrew Congregation
Community Action Committee
13788 Conway Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63141
Hours: 8am - 4p.m. |
314-434-3404 |
Cell phones |
Cell phones donated to Motorola. Given to women's shelters. |
Verizon Wireless
HopeLine Program
Donation boxes located at any Verizon Wireless Store |
1-800-426-2790 |
Cell phones |
Donate cell phones to victims of domestic violence. |
Nationwide Computer and Electronics
Contact the companies below to obtain helpful information for recycling
opportunities in Missouri
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Computers and Home Electronics |
| Company |
Contact Information |
Notes |
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Compaq PC Recycling Program |
1-800-270-8220
www.unitedrecycling.com/takeback |
Recycle obsolete or end-of life computer equipment. Cost is $27.99 per box. |
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Dell Trade-Ups |
1-800-707-1644
www.dell.tradeups.com |
Cost applied to new PC purchase. Take any computer from any manufacturer. |
Electronics Industries Alliance
Consumer Education Initiative Website |
www.eiae.org |
Web-based resource for recycling and donation options. |
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Gateway Trade-In Program |
1-800-GATEWAY
www.gateway.com |
Cost applied to purchase price of new computer. Call or visit website for more information. |
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Hewlett-Packard |
www.hp.com/go/recycle |
Accepts consumer electronics from any manufacturer. Fee is on a sliding scale. Visit website for more information. |
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IBM PC Recycling Service |
1-888-SHOP-IBM |
Consumers can recycle computer equipment from any manufacturer for $29.99 (includes shipping). Refer to Part Number 06P7513 for recycling and pick-up services. |
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Telephone Equipment and Other Items |
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1-800-Phone Guys |
1-800-Phone Guys
www.1800phoneguys.com |
Recycler of office phones. |
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Call to Protect |
www.donateaphone.com |
Donate cell phones to victims of domestic violence. Cell phones are reprogrammed with emergency numbers. |
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Collective Good |
www.collectivegood.com> |
Donate cell phones to people in need. Donate cell phones to victims of domestic violence. |
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EnviroSmart |
www.enviro-smart.com |
Free recycling of ink jet cartridges |
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GreenDisk |
1-800-305-DISK
www.greendisk.com |
Recycle CDs, tapes, computer disks, promotional CDs. |
Questions?
Call the Saint Louis County Waste Management Hotline (314-286-9200) or visit the Department of Health website (www.stlouisco.com/doh) for more waste management tips.
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