Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) – Collection and Recycling Information

This information is provided in accordance with Article 37 of the Polish Act of 11 September 2015 on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), in order to fulfil the distributor's obligation to inform customers about the collection and proper disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Collection of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

To ensure the proper disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment from households, the following options are available in Poland:

• Return at the point of sale: Used equipment can be returned free of charge when purchasing new equipment, provided that the returned equipment is of the same type and performs the same functions as the new equipment.

• Return upon delivery: Used equipment can be collected free of charge upon delivery of new equipment, provided that it is of the same type and performs the same functions as the delivered equipment.

• Return of small equipment: Waste electrical and electronic equipment with no external dimension exceeding 25 cm may be returned free of charge, without purchasing new equipment, to retail stores with at least 400 m² of sales area dedicated to electrical and electronic equipment.

• Collection at designated facilities: Used equipment can be taken to municipal selective waste collection points (PSZOK). Information about the nearest collection points is available on the website or notice board of the relevant local authority.

• Return to a service centre: Equipment may be returned to a service centre if repair is technically impossible or if the owner considers the repair economically unjustified, subject to applicable legal requirements.

Treatment and Recycling of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Collected waste electrical and electronic equipment is transferred to authorised treatment facilities, where hazardous components and substances are removed first. The remaining materials are then processed for recovery and recycling.

Under Polish law, failure to hand over waste electrical and electronic equipment from households to an authorised collection operator may result in a fine.

Do Not Dispose of Electrical and Electronic Equipment with Household Waste

Waste electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed of together with general household waste.

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment must be collected separately from other waste.

Under Polish law, disposing of waste electrical and electronic equipment together with other types of waste may result in a fine.

Information about the potential effects on the environment and human health resulting from hazardous substances, mixtures and components contained in electrical and electronic equipment, as well as the role of households in promoting reuse, recovery and recycling, is provided in the documentation accompanying the electrical and electronic equipment offered by our company.

Proper disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment helps prevent potentially harmful effects on the environment and human health. It also contributes to the conservation of natural resources by enabling the recovery and reuse of valuable materials.

Important Information for International Customers

Waste electrical and electronic equipment collection, return and recycling regulations may vary from country to country.

The information above describes the collection and disposal system applicable in Poland. Other countries may have different legal requirements, collection procedures, return conditions and recycling arrangements.

Customers outside Poland should follow the applicable national and local regulations regarding waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).

Within the European Union, waste electrical and electronic equipment is regulated by Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE), which is implemented through national legislation. As a result, specific collection and disposal requirements may differ between EU Member States.

We recommend contacting your local waste management authority or an authorised WEEE collection facility for information about the applicable regulations and available collection options in your country.