State E-Waste Legislation in the U.S.

Producer Responsibility Program

N/A

Manufacturer Operated Program

Manufacturers of covered electronic devices (CEDs) are required to implement a takeback program for Michigan consumers that is convenient and free. Manufacturers of computer equipment are required to implement a computer takeback program for their own brand of covered computers. Manufacturers of covered televisions are required to implement a television takeback program for any brand or type of television and meet a voluntary 60% by weight of sales recycling obligation.

Computers, Computer Monitors, Laptops, Printers, Televisions

• Program Year

  October 1 to September 30 of the following year

• Registration Date

  October 30

• Registration Form

  http://www.michigan.gov/documents/deq/DEQ-WHMD-STSW-Electronic_Mfr_Reg_Form_289660_7.DOC

• Registration Fee

  $3,000

• Recycling Plan Due Date

  With registration (October 30)

• Recycling Plan Form

  N/A

• Reporting Date

  With registration (October 30)

• Reporting Form

  N/A

Computers, Computer Monitors, Laptops, Printers, Televisions

Households and Small Businesses (=10 FTEs)

Voluntary 60% by weight of sales obligation for TV manufacturers only.

Must submit a registration form, fee, and an annual report to IDEM.

N/A

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Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Environment

• Steve Noble

• (517) 284-6589

• nobles4@michigan.gov