Area Status
Legal Framework No legal framework for E-waste. General policy framework for solid waste (RA
9003) and Hazardous waste (RA 6969).
Inventory E-waste inventory is being prepared. Harmonized System Code for imports
tariff does not differentiate second hand electronics from new imports.
Separate collection There is no separate collection for E-waste. There are no data, information and
study how much E-waste goes to formal and informal recycling.
Recycling/reusing
technology
Recycling process is more of dismantling and crushing of electronics into
scraps. Only recyclable and reusable E-waste is recycled and process for
material recovery. Scrap E-waste are exported to other country for material and
precious metals recovery.
E-waste initiative Monthly E-waste market for Ayala and SM Malls. Cell Phone Waste Collection
Project, Take-back scheme of selected companies (e.g. Fuji-Xerox)