Household recycling
How to Recycle LED Light Bulbs
Energy-efficient LED light bulbs from household fixtures.
RecyclableUpdated Jun 2026
Quick answer
Yes, LED bulbs are recyclable for the metal and electronics inside, and they contain no mercury, so they aren't hazardous like CFLs. They aren't curbside, though: take them to a hardware-store bulb drop-off (Home Depot, Lowe's) or an e-waste site; a single burned-out LED can otherwise go in the trash.
- Recyclable
- Yes
How to Prepare
- 1Allow to cool completely before handling
- 2Remove from fixture carefully
- 3Keep intact - do not break or disassemble
- 4Store in original packaging if available
