Test strips: which bin in Germany?

Sonderabfall (special waste). Test strips are classified as medical special waste and must not be disposed of in the black or yellow bin. They must be taken to a pharmacy or hazardous waste collection point in sealed packaging.

Test strips disposal in Germany: which bin?

In short: Sonderabfall (special waste). Test strips are classified as medical special waste and must not be disposed of in the black or yellow bin.

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Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026

Test strips may contain infectious material – please pack safely and do not put in household waste.

Sonderabfall (special waste)

Why

Test strips are classified as medical special waste and must not be disposed of in the black or yellow bin.
They must be taken to a pharmacy or hazardous waste collection point in sealed packaging.

The exact collection point may vary by municipality, some provide their own collection containers, others refer to pharmacies.

varies by municipality

Before you throw it away

Collect used test strips in a sealable bag
Transport to a pharmacy or municipal hazardous waste collection point

Test strips disposal in Germany

Why

Before you throw it away

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