How E-Waste Reverse Logistics Works: A Complete Guide for Companies

Reverse logistics for electronics is no longer optional—it is a legal obligation for companies that manufacture, distribute, or sell electronic devices in Brazil. Understanding how it works is the first step to reducing legal risks, improving environmental performance, and aligning your operations with ESG and circular economy standards.

What Is E-Waste Reverse Logistics?

Reverse logistics is the process of collecting, transporting, dismantling, recycling, and final disposal of products after their use. In the case of electronics, it involves collecting discarded devices from customers, businesses, or public institutions and ensuring proper environmental treatment.

Why Is It Mandatory?

The National Solid Waste Policy (Law No. 12.305/2010) states that companies are responsible for the entire lifecycle of the products they place on the market. In other words, selling is not enough—you must ensure the proper final destination of your products.

Companies that fail to comply are subject to environmental fines, civil lawsuits, and may lose contracts with partners that demand ESG compliance throughout the supply chain.

How Does It Work in Practice?

The process involves well-defined steps:

1. Scheduled Pickup: Waste is collected directly from the company's or customer's location.

2. Secure Transportation: Materials are sent to an authorized sorting facility.

3. Storage and Dismantling: Devices are dismantled and separated by material type.

4. Recycling or Destruction: Recyclable materials are reused. Non-recyclables are destroyed with technical certification.

5. Documentation and Certification: Companies receive legal documentation and reports for audits and ESG compliance.

Where Does Ecobraz Fit In?

Ecobraz Emigre is the world’s largest NGO specializing in e-waste recycling, offering complete and free reverse logistics for businesses across Brazil.

Ecobraz’s process includes:

• Pickup within 24 hours

• Automated route planning

• Certified temporary storage

• Controlled dismantling and recycling

• Legal documentation and technical reports

• Donation of reusable equipment to social projects

And best of all: it's completely free for the partner company.

Benefits for Your Company

• Avoids environmental fines

• Complies with PNRS and sectoral agreements

• Strengthens your brand through real ESG actions

• Supports underprivileged communities with reusable devices

• Reduces emissions through recycling and reuse

Conclusion

If your company generates, sells, stores, or collects used electronics, you are legally responsible for their disposal. The good news is: Ecobraz handles it all for you—with all required documentation, at no cost, and with real social impact.

👉 Contact Ecobraz: www.ecobraz.org