Where does it go? · Schadstoffe
Disposing of: Fire extinguisher
Fire-safety companies and specialist shops take back old extinguishers, sometimes for a small fee. Some recycling centres and hazardous-waste sites accept them too. Not in residual waste or scrap metal.
Pressurised – do not open or damage it.
01 Where it goes
- 01 · RECOMMENDEDReturn to a shopMany retailers must take old products back, often when you buy a new one.
- 02 Recycling centreDrop it off yourself – opening hours and conditions are on the city page.
- 03 Hazardous-waste collectionNever in household waste – take it to the hazardous-waste collection.
02 Tips
- Servicing is often cheaper than buying a new one.
- Ask the recycling centre first whether it accepts extinguishers.
03 Good to know
Electrical appliances
Electrical items never go in household waste. Large retailers must take back small appliances for free, and larger ones when you buy a similar new device. Alternatively: the recycling centre.
ElektroG § 17
Paint, varnish, chemicals
Hazardous waste such as solvents, paint, varnish or pesticides goes to the hazardous-waste collection (Schadstoffmobil). Dried-out emulsion paint may go in general waste in many places.
Recycling centre
At the recycling centre (Wertstoffhof) you drop off bulky waste, electronics, garden waste, wood, metal and more yourself. What's accepted and what it costs is set by the city's waste rules.
Give things a second life
Furniture and appliances that still work are welcome at social department stores, swap groups or classified ads – it saves fees and resources.
05 Disposing of Fire extinguisher in your city
? FAQ: Fire extinguisher
Q01Where do I take Fire extinguisher in Germany?
Fire-safety companies and specialist shops take back old extinguishers, sometimes for a small fee. Some recycling centres and hazardous-waste sites accept them too. Not in residual waste or scrap metal.
Q02Does disposing of Fire extinguisher cost anything?
It depends on your city: many offer free bulky-waste pickups or free drop-off at the recycling centre up to a certain amount. Check your city page for the exact fees.