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Division 2 The following components of WEEE that is separately collected have to be treated as indicated:

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  • cathode ray tubes: the fluorescent coating has to be removed,

  • equipment containing gases that are ozone depleting or have a global warming potential (GWP) above 15, such as those contained in foams and refrigeration circuits: the gases must be properly extracted and properly treated. Ozone-depleting gases must be treated in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1005/2009,

  • gas discharge lamps: the mercury shall be removed.