Products Banned From Disposal/Landfill/Waste Stream
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CRT Monitor, CRT TV, Desktops, Flat Panel/LCD Monitors, Flat Panel/LCD TV, Laptops, Multi-function Device, Printers, Scanners
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Products Covered
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Desktops, Game Consoles, Laptops, Monitors, Multi-function Device, Printers, Scanners, Tablets, Televisions, Virtual Reality Headsets
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Covered Entities
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Household/Consumer, Non-profits with fewer than 10 employees
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Market Share Applicable Products
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Televisions
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Regulations
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https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/waste-management/electronics
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Link to State Annual Report
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https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/waste-management/electronics#annual-reporting
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Statute
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https://edocs.deq.nc.gov/WasteManagement/DocView.aspx?id=1390436&dbid=0&repo=WasteManagement
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N.C. General Statutes 130A-309.130 through 130A-309.142
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Recycler Application or Registration Fee
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$0.00
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State Program Year
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July 1 - June 30
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Annual Manufacturer Fee Deadline
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June 30
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TV Annual fees: $2,500; CE Annual fees: Level I: $15,000; Level II: $7,500; Level III: $2,500; June 30: Annual Renewal Registration Fee due for Television Manufacturers; July 1: Annual Renewal Registration Fee due for Computer Manufacturers
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Annual Manufacturer Registration Deadline
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June 30
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TV Annual fees: $2,500; CE Annual fees: Level I: $15,000; Level II: $7,500; Level III: $2,500; June 30: Annual Renewal Registration Fee due for Television Manufacturers; July 1: Annual Renewal Registration Fee due for Computer Manufacturers
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Annual Manufacturer Fee Deadline
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July 1
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TV Annual fees: $2,500; CE Annual fees: Level I: $15,000; Level II: $7,500; Level III: $2,500; June 30: Annual Renewal Registration Fee due for Television Manufacturers; July 1: Annual Renewal Registration Fee due for Computer Manufacturers
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Manufacturer Private Collection/Takeback/Recovery Program or Plan Deadline
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October 1
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TV: collections during program year reported Oct. 1; CE: 90 days after registration
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Manufacturer Reports Deadline
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October 1
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Alternate Contact
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Adam Ulishneyadam.ulishney@ncdenr.gov919-707-8210
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Retailer Requirements
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Before selling retailers must confirm that CE and TVs are labeled with the manufacturer's brand and that the manufacturer is in compliance with NC laws. A compliance list is maintained on the NCDEQ website. The retailer can be held in violation of the Program Rule if selling out of compliance manufacturer device(s).
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Collection Limit/Requirements
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Depending on the plan instituted by the manufacturer, there may be limits on the brands and types of electronics taken at collection sites/events.
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Primary Contact
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John Patronejohn.patrone@ncdenr.gov336-776-9673
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Manufacturer Shortfall Fees
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No
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Can be held in violation of the program rules though.
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Manufacturer Buying/Selling Pounds/Credits
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No
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TV: yes. CE: no. NC sets recycling requirement based on national market share percentage of estimated returns
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Paper Manufacturer Registrations Accepted
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No
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Recycler Application or Registration Required
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No
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Collection Fees
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No
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A fee cannot be charged for recycling TVs. Computer plans may charge fees to recycle other types of electronic equipment that do not constitute discarded computer equipment.
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Manufacturer Notice To Retailers
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No
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Manufacturer Private Collection/Takeback/Recovery Program or Plan Deadline Notes
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None
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Screen Sizes Accepted
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TV: screen 9" or larger
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Pounds Collection Target for Manufacturers
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TVs only
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TVs only, based on prior collection and set by agency
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Target Type
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TVs only, based on prior collection and set by agency
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Disposal/Landfill/Waste Stream Ban
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Yes
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Written Notice About Recycler/Collector (Municipal) Relationship
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Yes
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This information is required for the local government to be eligible for the annual fund disbursement.
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Collector Registration Required
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Yes
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Collector or Municipal Plan Required
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Yes
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A local government is only required to have a Electronics Management Plan if they are seeking funding from the Electronics Management Fund.
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Market Share
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Yes
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National TV market share data is used to determine TV recycling obilgations
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Modification Forms Required For Changes to Existing Manufacturer Registrations
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Yes
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Resubmissions of annual forms are required if there are changes mid-year.
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Manufacturer Private Collection/Takeback/Recovery Program or Plan
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Yes
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Manufacturers must provide an electronic waste acceptance program to consumers, which must, at a minimum: -Be provided at no cost to consumers. -Provide for the convenient collection, handling and recycling or reuse of electronic waste. -Accept electronic waste for collection. -Provide a public education program. -Provide information to retailers. -Properly label CEE -Comply with disposal ban. -Submit an annual report form; annual reporting fee; and recycling surcharge (if applicable). -Maintain records.
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Manufacturer Recycling Obligation or Goal
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Yes
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TV: Yes; CE: No
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Enforcement Authority for Sale of Unregistered Products
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Yes
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Initial Manufacturer Registration/Fee Required
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Yes
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TV Initial year fee: $2,500; CE Initial year fees are as follows: Level I: $15,000; Level II: $10,000; Level III: $10,000
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Product Labeling Required
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Yes
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Manufacturer Private Collection/Takeback/Recovery Program or Plan
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Yes
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Manufacturers must provide an electronic waste acceptance program to consumers, which must, at a minimum: -Be provided at no cost to consumers. -Provide for the convenient collection, handling and recycling or reuse of electronic waste. -Accept electronic waste for collection. -Provide a public education program. -Provide information to retailers. -Properly label TV and CE -Comply with disposal ban. -Submit an annual report form; annual reporting fee, and Maintain records.
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ERCC EcycleRegistration Accepted
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Yes
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Manufacturer Registration Required
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Yes
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