Do you collect cartridges yourselves?

No. We are a free quote service. Your request goes to an independent recycler or collector in your area, who quotes and collects directly.

Are empty cartridges worth anything?

Some remanufacturers will pay for certain empty cartridges in good condition, especially in volume. Others collect free or for a small fee. The quote will tell you.

Ink Cartridge, Toner and Printer Recycling

Used ink cartridges and toner cartridges in a recycling collection box

Empty cartridges and old printers are among the most common office e-waste. Ink cartridge recycling keeps plastic, metal and leftover ink out of landfill and allows many cartridges to be refilled and reused. Tell us what you have and we pass your request to an independent recycler or e-waste collector near you, who will quote for collection of cartridges, printers and copiers.

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Printer toner recycling and remanufacturing

Many inkjet and laser cartridges can be cleaned, refilled and remanufactured several times before they are recycled. Cartridges that cannot be reused are separated into plastic, metal and electronic chips. Printer toner recycling needs care: toner is a fine powder that spreads easily and can irritate the lungs. Keep used toner cartridges in sealed bags or their original packaging, and never burn them.

Ink cartridge recycling near me: office collection boxes

For offices, schools and print shops, a collection box is the simplest option. Used cartridges go into the box, and the collector empties it when it is full. When searching for ink cartridge recycling near me or toner recycling near me, ask whether the provider:

Supplies boxes and collects on request or on a schedule
Accepts all brands of ink and toner cartridges
Takes drums, waste toner bottles and fuser units as well

Printer recycling and copier recycling

Old desktop printers can be collected with other office e-waste. Large copiers and multifunction printers (MFPs) are heavy and often need two people and a trolley to move. Many MFPs also contain a hard drive that stores copies of scanned and printed documents, so ask for the drive to be wiped or destroyed as part of copier recycling. If the machine is leased, check with the leasing company first, as it may need to be returned rather than recycled.

How to choose a recycler for printer and cartridge recycling

The lowest price is not always the best deal when it comes to e-waste. When you receive your quote, check:

Compliance – ask whether the recycler is registered with a producer responsibility scheme, holds the waste licences its operations need, and can name ISO 14001 or similar certifications.
Paperwork – make sure you will receive a certificate of recycling or safe disposal, and a certificate of data destruction listing serial numbers where data is involved.
Downstream – find out where materials go after collection, and that nothing ends up in landfill or illegal export.
Total cost or value – compare collection, handling and any rebate for items with value, not only the headline rate.

Our service matches your request with a recycler who serves your area, so you can check these points before you commit. It costs nothing and you are under no obligation to accept the quote.

Request a printer and cartridge recycling quote

To get an accurate quote quickly, include:

Approximate number of ink and toner cartridges per month, or a once-off quantity
Any printers, copiers or MFPs to remove, with makes and sizes
Whether copier hard drives need wiping or destruction
Collection address, floor level and whether there is a lift

Frequently asked questions

Do you collect cartridges yourselves?: No. We are a free quote service. Your request goes to an independent recycler or collector in your area, who quotes and collects directly.
Are empty cartridges worth anything?: Some remanufacturers will pay for certain empty cartridges in good condition, especially in volume. Others collect free or for a small fee. The quote will tell you.

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