Recycling
Fluorescent Lamp형광등
How to Dispose
- 1
Dispose of intact (unbroken) lamps in dedicated collection bins
- 2
Use specific fluorescent lamp recycling bins located in apartments or community centers
- 3
Broken lamps emit mercury vapor; wrap them in newspaper and discard in a non-combustible waste bag
Real-World Examples
Case 1
Straight tube or U-shaped fluorescent lamp: Place intact in the green dedicated recycling boxes at apartment complexes or community centers
Case 2
Lamps broken during handling: Toxic mercury vapor can escape; ventilate the area, wrap fragments carefully in newspaper, and place in a non-combustible waste bag