Guide to the correct disposal of R4
The groupings serve to divide technological waste into five homogeneous categories, facilitating collection, transport, and, above all, specific treatment to maximize material recovery and ensure the safety of hazardous components. List of groupings: R1, R2, R3, R4, R5. FOCUS ON R4: what to do? R4 includes small appliances, consumer electronics (such as [...]
5 Good Deeds for a Green Christmas
Christmas is a time of sparkling lights, tech gifts, and family dinners. But it is also one of the times of year when the most electronic waste (WEEE) is generated. Small appliances, battery-powered toys, burnt-out Christmas lights... all valuable materials that, if disposed of correctly, can be given a new lease of life. Here are 5 practical steps you can take to help reduce electronic waste.
Bar under the trash can symbol: what does it mean?
When we buy an electrical or electronic appliance, we often find a symbol on it consisting of a small wheeled bin crossed out with an "X." Well, this is the mark for separate collection of EEE (electrical and electronic equipment), better known as "WEEE," once it has become waste. But what does it mean [...]
Inside a smartphone: over 30 chemical elements between resources, waste, and responsibility
Every smartphone we use every day is the result of a complex combination of chemical elements sourced from all over the world. According to various sources (including the European Chemical Society and UNEP), a single smartphone can contain more than 30 elements from the periodic table. These include: These elements are not easily recoverable and often end up in […]
Digital Services Act (DSA) & Digital Markets Act (DMA).
With the enactment of the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA), the European Union has laid the groundwork for a new regulatory framework for the digital world.These two regulations, which together make up the so-called Digital Services Package, aim to strengthen the security of online users, protect competition, and foster a [...]
Correct labeling and symbols to be applied to batteries placed on the market
In today's environment, the use of batteries has become an integral part of everyday life. From electronic devices to electric vehicles, the use of batteries is essential, making the proper labeling of batteries essential to ensure not only consumer safety but also environmental protection. The Sinab Consortium, active in the management and recycling [...]
UN38.3 Battery Certification: Who is Required for?
UN 38.3 certification is mandatory for the safe transport of batteries by any means: air, sea, or land, both domestically and internationally. It also helps avoid fines or customs detentions and ensures there are no hazards during transport. UN38.3 is the test that certifies the suitability of […]
Did you know that lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods?
Lithium batteries have become the most widely used and widespread type of battery. But did you know that they are classified as dangerous goods under the European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR)? In fact, lithium batteries are subject to safety standards for proper storage and are regulated for […]
What are the mandatory annual communications for WEEE and PA producers?
Annual WEEE Reporting. Producers (importers) registered in the National WEEE Register must report data relating to the total quantity, expressed in weight and pieces, of electrical and electronic equipment (Article 29 of Legislative Decree 49/2014). If the declarant did NOT place any quantities on the market in the reference year(s), they must explicitly indicate the […]
Need to dispose of alkaline batteries? Here's how you should do it.
Alkaline batteries are a type of non-rechargeable battery that falls into the category of portable batteries and accumulators, typically used to power electronic and electrical devices such as: TV and audio remote controls, clocks and alarms, and wireless mouses. To dispose of alkaline batteries, if they originate from professional activities, you must follow […]