How do I recycle a vape in Ireland?

The short answer

Disposable and rechargeable vapes belong in an approved take-back collection, not household bins. WEEE Ireland and ERP both provide routes for recycling these battery-powered devices.

Checked 7 October 2026 by BinDay against the sources below. This guide covers the Republic of Ireland; bin colours and collector instructions can differ.

What to do

1. Use a participating collection point or ask your vape retailer about take-back.
2. Check preparation instructions: MyWaste says to remove the liquid tank before using collection boxes.
3. Do not force open a sealed device. If the battery cannot be removed, recycle the whole item and ask the collection point about safe preparation.

Common mistake to avoid

Do not put a vape in recycling because its casing is plastic. Its battery makes it electrical waste and a potential fire risk.

Sources and local checks

• MyWaste: vapes and e-cigarettes
• WEEE Ireland: free vape recycling

For a collection point, check what it accepts before travelling. For household-bin instructions, find your collector. How BinDay checks sources and corrects mistakes.