X-Rays

Alternative ways to recycle
Illegal in Garbage & Drains
Hazardous Waste

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Don't Place in Trash

X-ray film is coated in silver and PET plastic, which can leach into waterways if placed in a landfill. Silver is known to damage the skin, lungs, and eyes. X-ray film also contains personal information that you might want to keep private, so do not place X-rays in the trash.

Alternative Ways to Recycle

Take Back to the Doctor

Ask your doctor or hospital whether they will take back unwanted X-ray films. Most hospitals have a regular X-ray disposal system or outside recycler, in order to help protect patient privacy.

Mail to X-Ray Recycling Companies

Mail in any unwanted X-ray films to B.W. Recycling, Inc. Find out how to mail in your X-ray films.