LED light bulb
Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Do not dispose of in the general waste bin as LED bulbs contain harmful substances.
Elektroschrott (electrical waste)Why
- LED bulbs are small electrical devices and are classified as special waste.
- They can be dropped off at collection points or recycling centres (Wertstoffhof).
- Never put them in the Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin) or general waste bin.
Some local authorities provide additional collection containers or return points in retail stores.
varies by local authorityBefore you throw it away
- Disconnect from the power supply.
- Wrap in paper or place in original packaging.
- Take to the nearest recycling centre or electrical waste collection point.