Vape Recycling Bags are recycling bags for e-cigarettes. The bags are available to all shops that sell vapes and other institutions such as schools, restaurants and the like that want to help ensure the correct disposal of vapes. The bags can be ordered free of charge using the order form.
This solution makes it easy for all sales outlets and institutions to collect e-cigarettes locally and for consumers to return their vapes.
Consumers can now also order the Vape Recycling Bag and get it delivered straight to their homes, making it easier to dispose of their empty vapes. Simply leave the filled bags in the letter box for collection – and Swiss Post will deliver them straight to the recycling point.
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What is a Vape Recycling Bag?
Vape Recycling Bags are the new recycling bags for e-cigarettes.
Points of sale can use them to collect returned e-cigarettes and send them back to SENS eRecycling by post.
The Vape Recycling Bags are now also available to consumers. The bags can be ordered at no charge using the order form and will be delivered directly to the consumer’s home. Filled bags are left in the letter box – and Swiss Post delivers them to the recycling point.
Where can I order Vape Recycling Bags?
Vape Recycling Bags can be ordered directly by completing this form.
The Vape Recycling Bags are now available not only for sales outlets but also for consumers. The bags can be ordered at no charge using the order form and will be delivered directly to the consumer’s home. Filled bags are left in the letter box – and Swiss Post delivers them to the recycling point.
What can go in the Vape Recycling Bag?
Only e-cigarettes can be put in the Vape Recycling Bag. These include both disposable and reusable e-cigarettes with rechargeable batteries and empty liquids.
Damaged e-cigarettes must be returned to a SENS collection centre.
How many vapes fit in the Vape Recycling Bag?
The Vape Recycling Bag is designed to hold four to five kilograms (approx. 140–170 vapes weighing 30 g each).
As a sales outlet, you can also order a vape collection box in addition to the Vape Recycling Bag. The bag fits perfectly into the collection box measuring 17 × 17 × 30 cm, which is ideal for use on sales counters or in similar places.
Where can I take my full Vape Recycling Bags?
The full Vape Recycling Bags can be left in the letter box. They are then collected from there by Swiss Post free of charge and returned to SENS eRecycling.
You can find instructions for returning the Vape Recycling Bag on the back of the bag.
Can I also dispose of my own e-cigarettes without a Vape Recycling Bag?
Yes, e-cigarettes can be returned free of charge to any retail outlet that sells vapes. However, you can also return them free of charge to any SENS recycling collection point.
You can find out where the nearest collection point is on the recycling map. Simply select the collection item "E-Zigaretten".
Where will my e-cigarettes be recycled?
E-cigarettes are exclusively recycled by recycling plants that have the required permits and a SENS licence to process the corresponding device category. SENS eRecycling regularly checks plants and their infrastructure.
Find out more about recycling e-cigarettes in our blog: How Switzerland recycles e-cigarettes
How is the take-back solution financed?
SENS eRecycling finances the costs of collection, transportation, raising consumer awareness and disposal of e-cigarettes through an advance recycling charge (ARC). It currently amounts to 10 cents for disposable or reusable e-cigarettes as well as battery carriers, or 5 cents for battery carriers without a battery.