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Toxic Hazards
Television disposal

television Television screens and computer monitors use Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs) which contain lead that is hazardous.

> Disposal options:

  • In Seattle and King County, televisions cannot be disposed of in the garbage, at a transfer station or a household hazardous waste facility. Visit www.metrokc.gov/dnrp/swd/electronics/index.asp for businesses that recycle televisions in your area.

> Recycling options:

  • If working, see if a charity will take it. Look in the yellow pages for local charity resources.
  • Some businesses take TVs and/or computer monitors and some just take computer parts. Visit the "Take It Back Network" website for more information about recycling TVs
  • Electronics Recycling from the King County Solid Waste Division.
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Updated: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 at 03:43 PM

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