Disposal of LCD, LED, and Plasma TVs: What the Law Requires

Applicable legislation for the disposal of LCD, LED, and Plasma TVs

The disposal of LCD, LED, and Plasma televisions must comply with the provisions of the National Solid Waste Policy (Law No. 12,305/2010), regulated by Decree No. 7,404/2010, which establishes the procedures and responsibilities for the proper management of these wastes. According to Article 33 of the law, the producer and importer are responsible for the reverse logistics of electronic products, ensuring that disposal and proper destination systems are offered to the final consumers.

Guidelines for handling and final destination

The legislation requires that electronic devices, including LCD, LED, and Plasma TVs, are not disposed of in common household waste, as they contain components that can harm the environment and public health. These devices need to go through specific collection and treatment processes, which include dismantling, separation, and forwarding for recycling or environmentally appropriate treatment of their materials.

Consumer responsibility and collection points

Consumers should seek authorized collection points to deliver their obsolete televisions. For this, it is recommended to schedule through the electronic waste collection system, which assists in proper and sustainable disposal. This practice is aligned with Article 33 of Law No. 12,305/2010, promoting the reduction of environmental impact.

Specific instructions for safe disposal of hard drives

Electronic devices that have hard drives (HD) require special attention regarding data treatment and safe disposal to prevent information leakage. The law reinforces the need to use certified processes for HD sanitization, which can be performed by scheduling the secure disposal and sanitization of electronic media service. These processes guarantee the irreversible destruction of stored data.

Regulations and responsible agencies

In addition to Law No. 12,305/2010, the National Solid Waste Management Information System (SINIR - sinir.gov.br) together with the National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) and state environmental agencies, such as CETESB, are responsible for monitoring and regulating the disposal of electronic waste. It is essential to observe sector technical standards to ensure environmental compliance.