Elemental Mercury (Hg), present in minimal quantities in these items, is a neurotoxin that can readily contaminate and accumulate in our environment whenever these lamps and devices are improperly disposed of.

Types of Hg-containing lamps and devices currently accepted:

•     Fluorescent lamps and bulbs
•     Thermostats and switches
•     Thermometers and manometers
•     High-intensity discharge (HID)
•     Metal halide
•     Mercury vapor
•     Low-pressure sodium vapor
•     High-pressure sodium vapor

Proper handling procedures are:

•     Do not throw lamps in the trash.
•     Do not tape lamps together.
•     Place old lamps in the replacement lamp's container.
•     Store in a safe place to prevent breakage.
•     Place broken bulbs into a heavy plastic bag.