Bizkaiko Foru Aldundia - Diputación Foral de Bizkaia

Inside fluorescent tubes there are a number of highly contaminant mercury filaments that represent a serious hazard if they are thrown away with the rubbish.

What do I achieve by recycling fluorescent tubes?

• I reduce the risk of contamination.
• I contribute to the recovery of raw materials.

How are fluorescent tubes recycled?

They are taken to a company that separates them into their different components:

• The bushings are recycled with scrap metal.
• The glass is recycled.
• The mercury powder is distilled and 100% pure mercury is obtained.