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Electronic waste (e-waste)

Advice on electronic waste (e-waste)

Discarded electronics contain valuable raw materials and hazardous components. IAM advises on data security, WEEE obligations and the right route to certified recycling — we do not collect this stream ourselves.

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What is e-waste?

E-waste is all discarded electrical and electronic equipment — from computers and machinery to small devices and batteries. It combines raw-material value with data risk and hazardous components. IAM advises on data destruction and the right route to certified recyclers.

Offices, production & retail across NL
Data carriers safely & verifiably wiped
WEEELABEX-compliant processing

Which electronics count as e-waste?

IT & office equipment

Computers, servers, monitors, printers and peripherals.

Production electronics

Controllers, sensors and industrial electronics.

Accumulators & batteries

Lead, lithium and industrial batteries, safely packaged.

Cables & wiring

Copper and mixed cable, raw material recovered.

Data carriers

Hard drives and media, verifiably wiped or destroyed.

White goods & screens

Fridges/freezers and display screens, compliantly processed.

Other electronics or equipment? Ask us for advice via contact.

Why choose IAM?

Onafhankelijk en deskundig advies

Up-to-date knowledge of regulations

Clear classification of your waste

Insight into the right processing routes

Advice on legally correct documentation

Knowledge of certified processors

One expert point of contact

Applicable across diverse waste streams

How does our advice help?

1

Mapping your stream

You describe your waste stream, situation and question; together we map out the starting points.

2

Classification & regulations

We determine the correct EURAL classification and which laws and regulations apply to your stream.

3

Route & processing advice

You receive independent advice on the right processing route, required documentation and safe storage.

4

Independent recommendation

We point you toward suitable, certified processors — clearly and with no obligation.

Regulations & certification

Secure data, certified recycling

E-waste combines data risk and raw-material value. We advise on both — verifiable data destruction and the right route to certified recyclers.

Certified recyclingData security (GDPR)VIHB registeredWEEELABEX-compliant processors

EURAL codes we advise on

The most common codes for this stream. Unsure about the right code? We help you classify it.

16 02 13* Equipment w/ hazardous parts16 02 14 Other discarded equipment20 01 35* Discarded electrical equipment16 06* Batteries

Frequently asked questions

Which equipment counts as e-waste?

All discarded electrical and electronic equipment, from computers and machinery to small devices. IAM advises you on classification and the right, responsible processing route.

Is e-waste recycled?

Yes, valuable materials are recovered and hazardous components processed safely, in line with the applicable standards.

Are data carriers processed securely?

Yes, equipment with data carriers is processed safely and verifiably, with attention to data destruction.

Do I receive a destruction or processing certificate?

For e-waste the correct accompanying documentation and, where relevant, a data-destruction statement are required. We advise you on which proofs you need, so the chain is demonstrable and audit-proof.

Does IAM advise on securely handling data carriers?

Yes. We advise on secure registration, temporary storage and verifiable data destruction of data carriers before processing.

Related

Sector

Industry

Waste management for manufacturers, tech companies and offices.

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Waste stream

Commercial waste & recycling

Combine e-waste with your broader commercial waste and recycling.

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From the knowledge base

Rules & practice explained

RegulationsLAP3 explained: what it means for your wasteRead article →ComplianceWhy VIHB registration matters for waste transportRead article →

Need advice on e-waste?

Questions about data destruction, WEEE obligations or the right recycling route? We advise you with no obligation.

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