Vape Collection & Recycling Service

Durable, Safe Bins

Our bins are chemical and higher temperature resistant, durable and safe for vape disposal.

Avoid High Fines

Incorrect disposal can lead to fines of up to £5000.

Flexible Waste Collection

Simply scan a QR code on the bin to arrange a collection. Swift, easy and stress-free.

Pick the Size to Suit

With a variety of bin sizes, you can pick the size to suit you.

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Durable, Safe Bins

Our bins are chemical and higher temperature resistant, durable and safe for vape disposal.

Avoid High Fines

Incorrect disposal can lead to fines of up to £5000.

Flexible Waste Collection

Simply scan a QR code on the bin to arrange a collection. Swift, easy and stress-free.

Pick the Size to Suit

With a variety of bin sizes, you can pick the size to suit you.

Vape Collection Service for Businesses

Over the last ten years, vaping has grown in popularity across the UK. It started as an alternative to smoking, but has since become an industry in its own right. In fact, figures in 2023 stated that 9.8% of adults vaped in the UK, compared to 11.9% of people who smoked. The gap is narrowing, which is why vape recycling services are becoming more popular.

Many don’t know the requirement for vape recycling, and that’s where Direct365 come in. Our vape collection and recycling service ensures you offer the right service that allows customers to dispose of their vape equipment safely, in the knowledge that this material will extend its lifecycle.

From June 1, 2025, the sale of single-use vapes was banned in the UK. However, under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations, all retailers that sell vapes must provide a free take-back service for customers to return used devices, including single-use ones returned after the ban. This is a legal obligation, and failure to comply can result in enforcement action, including fines. Using a licensed waste carrier is essential for compliant disposal.

Reports state that 360 million single use vapes are bought by UK adults each year. That’s a lot of waste.

11% of the population vape. This is the highest figure recorded. That’s the equivalent of 5.9m people in the UK alone.

Incorrectly disposing of single-use vapes can bring a maximum fine of £5000.

Why choose Direct365 for vape collection & recycling?

Direct365 have disposed of commercial waste for over two decades, helping small businesses find a service that’s right for them that doesn’t break the bank. And that’s something we’ve continued with even into a more challenging service environment, as costs rise and choice changes, and have continued this theme with our vape service.

The benefit of working with Direct365 is that we get into the nitty-gritty of your business. We ensure we understand what you do and the amount of waste you create, and, for vape stores, we take into account how much you sell and, in turn, how much recycling you currently take in. We consider everything to ensure you meet vape recycling laws and regulations.

Another reason to choose Direct365 comes from our dedicated sales and customer teams. UK-based, they are on hand to talk you through anything you need to know, from vape recycling laws to the frequency of your collections. Our vape recycling collection is different from our usual bin collection, with the power in your hands to contact us for collection. Our staff can help with the process if you aren’t sure what to do. They can also inform you about our other waste services, as the small-business waste experts, we offer more than just vape recycling. To hear more about our general, clinical and confidential waste, as well as much more, speak to our knowledgeable experts today.

Our Services

Hazardous Recycling

Glass Recycling

Food Recycling

Dry Mixed Recycling

Electrical Recycling

Who do Direct365 offer vape collection & recycling services to?

Our vape recycling service is available nationwide, from Newquay to Newcastle. We have services operating in every region, with fully qualified collection agents ready to attend your property. We work with vape stores to ensure they are offering the vape recycling service they need. All retailers that sell vapes must offer recycling bins in their stores to collect old and disused vape items. This is part of the WEEE regulations, and came into law from April 2024. Non-compliance to this legislation can result in fine of up to £5,000.

But we don’t just offer services to vape sellers. Workplaces, too, are becoming more aware of their responsibilities to recycle, which goes hand in hand with employees using E-cigarettes more. While there is no specific vape recycling law for workplaces, vape recycling comes under the WEEE regulations, which state that electrical waste must be disposed of correctly and lawfully. This would be considered vape recycling law in all but name. This is why different businesses all across the country are turning to Direct365 for their commercial vape disposal service.

Why should vapes be recycled?

Vapes, like other electrical items, need to be recycled properly so that they can be reused properly and avoid the creation of unneeded materials. This is the number one reason that vapes need recycling. But there is another reason.

Disposing of electrical waste in general or standard recycling waste bins can be dangerous. There are battery and heating elements in vapes that can cause harm, including fire and injury. Keeping people safe should be your number 1 priority for your business. Whether that is visitors, employees or even those working in recycling plants, correct vape recycling is crucial to keep your workplace and the planet as safe as possible.

How vape bin collection works

As a newer service, we understand that customers will want to know more about how it works. Well, let us bring you on the journey.

First, you will collect used vapes in the specially designed bin
Once the bin is full, contact Direct365 to arrange a collection
We will arrive and empty the container
Once we’ve taken the waste to our vehicle, we will give you back the bin to continue collecting vape recycling
Your waste is taken to a recycling plant and recycled
The cycle starts again

Frequently Asked Questions

Can vapes be recycled?

Yes, vapes can and should be recycled! Our vape recycling service is the best way to ensure they are recycled and repurposed, putting them back in the manufacturing chain.

It is a legal obligation of vape stores to have recycling bins for customers to use for their old products. This shows that vapes can and indeed should be recycled!

Can you dispose of vapes in battery recycling?

Vapes can not be disposed in battery recycling as a whole item. Sometimes, vapes have detachable battery elements that can be recycled in battery recycling bins, but for the most part, vapes should be disposed in WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) bins.

What can I do with unwanted vapes?

Unwanted vapes should always be recycled. Every year, there are over 360 million single-use vapes sold, with more refills and refill cartridges/vape pods sold too.

With this amount of waste, it’s no wonder that regulations are beginning to catch up. Your unwanted vapes should always be disposed of in the correct way – in vape recycling bins.

What types of vapes can be recycled?

Both disposable and reusable vapes can be recycled. It is recommended to leave the device intact, as specialist facilities are equipped to safely dismantle it and separate the components (plastics, metals, batteries) for proper processing.

The only exception is if your device has an easily removable external battery, which should be taken out and placed in a dedicated battery recycling bin.

What parts of a vape are recyclable?

There are many parts to vapes that you may not know about. From batteries to heating elements, e-cigarette disposal should be done properly to ensure that these different elements are properly recycled and can continue their life within other products.

Here’s a list of the parts of a vape that can be recycled:

Battery
Metal parts
E-liquid bottles
Plastic/glass exterior & other parts
Coil element

These parts can be recycled separately, or they can be recycled all together in a special vape recycling bin as provided to organisations by Direct365. As the commercial waste experts, Direct365 offer a wide range of waste collection and disposal services, and can be trusted to ensure every vape bin collected by us goes to the right place.

Can I put my old vapes in the regular household bin?

No, vapes should never be put in household waste or general public bins. They are classified as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and contain rechargeable lithium-ion batteries and other hazardous materials (like e-liquid residue).

These pose a significant fire risk in bin collection vehicles and waste processing facilities.