OSRAM SYLVANIA - Lamp Disposal Regulations by State

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Lamp Recycling Regulations By State

OSRAM SYLVANIA is providing the following information as a service. These regulations change periodically, and it is always the end user's responsibilty to ensure that lamps are disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Some states and localities have different statutes and disposal regulations regarding lamps. Consult your local and state authorities for the most up-to-date requirements for lamp disposal.

Lamp Disposal Regulations by State

The following states have landfill bans for mercury-containing lamps:

For businesses and households:

For businesses only:

Connecticut

Rhode Island

New York

In addition, many states have enacted recycling programs for mercury-containing products including fluorescent lamps.

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) hosts an interactive map of mercury-containing product legislation by state. To view the map, please click here. For a downloadable table of state legislation please click here.