Medical & Pharmaceuticals recycling
How to Recycle Hearing Aids
Electronic hearing amplification devices containing sophisticated miniaturized electronics, precious metals, and specialized batteries. Modern hearing aids contain gold, silver, and rare earth elements worth $5-50+ per device in recovered materials. However, refurbished hearing aids provide far greater value when donated to hearing-impaired individuals who cannot afford new devices costing $1000-6000 per pair.
Recyclable$50-500+ donation value per pair; $5-50 in recovered precious metals
Quick answer
Yes, hearing aids is recyclable. First step: Clean thoroughly with hearing aid cleaning tools and solutions. Where to take it: Lions Club International hearing aid recycling programs.
- Recyclable
- Yes
- Typical value
- $50-500+ donation value per pair; $5-50 in recovered precious metals
- Donate / take-back
- Available
How to Prepare
- 1Clean thoroughly with hearing aid cleaning tools and solutions
- 2Remove batteries and store separately for recycling