In recent years,
Disposable E Cigarettes have rapidly become popular around the world because of their convenience. But after enjoying the convenient experience it brings, many users are confused about how to properly dispose of such products. Improper handling methods will not only pollute the environment, but also bring potential health risks. Today, I will introduce to you the correct disposal methods of disposable vape after use.
1、 Understand the structure of disposable e cigarettes.
Before discussing the disposal methods, it is necessary to understand the basic structure of disposable e cigarettes. It is mainly composed of a shell, a cartridge, a battery and an atomizer. The shell is usually made of plastic; the cartridge contains smoke liquid, and the smoke liquid ingredients include nicotine, flavors, propylene glycol and glycerin; the battery provides power to the atomizer to realize the atomization of the smoke liquid; the atomizer is responsible for converting the smoke liquid into an inhalable aerosol.
2、 Do not discard it at will
Many people throw disposable vapes into the trash can after using them, which has great disadvantages. Its batteries contain heavy metals such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. Once they flow into the soil or water source, they will pollute the environment, destroy the ecology, and threaten the health of animals, plants, and humans. Moreover, plastic shells are extremely difficult to degrade in the natural environment, and they can remain for hundreds of years, aggravating white pollution.
3、Correct disposal methods
1.Battery recycling: The batteries of disposable electronic cigarettes are hazardous waste and should be put into a special battery recycling bin.
2.Cigarette cartridges and liquid treatment: The remaining liquid in the cigarette cartridges cannot be dumped at will. It is recommended to place the cigarette cartridges in a sealed container and then put them into a hazardous waste bin.
3.Shell classification recycling: The plastic shell of disposable e cigarettes is recyclable waste. After ensuring that the cigarette cartridges and batteries have been properly handled, wash the shell and put it into a recyclable trash can. The recycled plastic shell can be processed and made into new plastic products to achieve resource reuse.
Properly handling disposable vape in daily life is an environmental protection action that each of us can do.