Recycling your old Inhalers

click here for more information  The majority of inhalers prescribed in Kent and Medway are metered dose inhalers and all types of inhaler can be dropped off at participating sites.

Plastic. 

The polypropylene plastic is recycled into clothing, food containers and compost bins to name a few items.

Metal. 

Metal components, such as inhaler canasters, are compressed into a brick and then sent to a smelter where they are separated into different metals and used in a variety of applications.

Gas. 

The hydrofluoroalkane (HFA) gas found in MDI inhalers is reclaimed and used in the refrigeration industry

Pharmaceutical product. 

Any remaining pharmaceutical product is captured using extremely fine filters and then incinerated at high temperature to ensure safe disposal.

Where can I drop my inhaler off to be recycled  - For a map of the participating site click here