Environmentally Responsible Disposal of Electrical Appliances and Batteries 

Together for the Environment, Health & Future 

Today’s everyday helpers contain valuable raw materials—but they can also release harmful substances if disposed of improperly. That’s why it’s so important to keep old devices and batteries out of household waste. Instead, they must be collected separately and professionally recycled. 

By making a conscious choice to dispose of them properly, you’re not only complying with the law—you’re also protecting the environment, reducing health risks, and helping valuable materials return to the production cycle. Together, we contribute to resource conservation and a sustainable future. 

Disposal of Electrical Devices 

Dispose of Old Devices the Right Way 

Electronic waste doesn’t belong in household trash. Instead, it must be collected separately. You can return your used devices to recycling centers, municipal collection points, retailers—or simply drop them off at your nearest ZWILLING Shop. 

Look for the symbol of a crossed-out trash bin. It indicates the product may not be disposed of with household waste. 

Return Options at ZWILLING 

Return at a ZWILLING Shop

You can drop off your old electronics at any ZWILLING shop—easy and free of charge. 

How it works: 

1. Bring your device – Visit a nearby ZWILLING Shop with your old device. 

2. Drop it off – Our team will accept the device and handle its proper recycling. 

3. We recycle for you – Through our Take-Back Program, devices are disposed of safely and materials are recovered. 

What can you return in-store? 

• Small devices (≤ 25 cm, typical household quantity): Return anytime, no purchase required. 

• Large devices (1:1 return): When buying a new item, return an old one of the same type for free. 

• Devices don’t have to be from ZWILLING. 

Find a store near you - ZWILLING Shops.

Return by Mail 

If there’s no ZWILLING store reasonably nearby, you can return your device by mail.

Please contact: epr@zwilling.com

Important: before returning your device: 

• Remove batteries, rechargeable batteries, and light bulbs and dispose of them separately. 

• Delete any personal data from the device. 

Disposal of Batteries & Rechargeable Batteries 

Batteries must not be thrown in the trash—they must be collected separately. You can return them for free at municipal collection points, recycling centers, retailers, or ZWILLING shops (in typical household quantities). 

Every battery counts! Proper disposal is the only way to enable safe and effective recycling. This helps recover valuable materials and greatly reduces environmental impact. 

Symbol Explanation: 

• Crossed-out trash bin = not to be disposed of with household waste 

• Hg = contains mercury 

• Cd = contains cadmium 

• Pb = contains lead 

Safety Tips: 

• For lithium batteries: tape the terminals and pack damaged batteries securely (fire risk). 

• Protecting people and the environment: Proper disposal prevents dangerous substances from entering circulation. 

• Recycling value: Valuable raw materials like iron, zinc, manganese, or nickel can be recovered. 

Legal Notice 

This return program complies with the The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (2013) and The Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations (2009). Both regulations aim to promote responsible recycling and safe disposal of electronic waste and batteries. 

• WEEE Registration Number: BU6356XA