- Hewlett-Packard Printer User Guide

192 Appendix D Regulatory information ENWW
Plastics
Plastic parts over 25 grams are marked according to international standards that enhance the
ability to identify plastics for recycling purposes at the end of the product's life.
HP LaserJet printing supplies
In many countries/regions, this product's print cartridge can be returned to HP through the
HP Printing Supplies Returns and Recycling Program. An easy-to-use and free take back
program is available in more than 30 countries/regions. Multi-lingual program information and
instructions are included in every new HP LaserJet print cartridge and supplies package.
HP printing supplies returns and recycling program information
Since 1992, HP has offered HP LaserJet supplies return and recycling free of charge in 86% of
the world market where HP LaserJet supplies are sold. Postage-paid and pre-addressed labels
are included within the instruction guide in most HP LaserJet print cartridge boxes. Labels and
bulk boxes are also available through the Web site: www.hp.com/recycle
.
More than 10 million HP LaserJet print cartridges were recycled globally in 2002 through the
HP Planet Partners supplies recycling program. This record number represents 26 million
pounds of print cartridge materials diverted from landfills. Worldwide HP recycled an average of
80% of the print cartridge by weight consisting primarily of plastic and metals. Plastics and
metals are used to make new products such as HP products, plastic trays and spools. The
remaining materials are disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner.
US returns
For a more environmentally responsible return of used cartridges and supplies, HP encourages
the use of bulk returns. Simply bundle two or more cartridges together and use the single, pre-
paid, pre-addressed UPS label that is supplied in the package. For more information in the U.S.,
call 800-340-2445 or visit the HP Web site at www.hp.com/recycle
.
Non-US returns
Non-US customers should call the local HP Sales and Service Office or visit the www.hp.com/
recycle Web site for further information regarding availability of the HP Returns and Recycling
program.
Paper
The printer is suited for use of recycled papers when the paper meets the guidelines outlined in
the HP LaserJet Printer Family Media Specifications Guide. See www.hp.com/support/
lj9050_lj9040 for ordering information. The printer is suited for use of recycled paper according
to EN12281:2002.
Material restrictions
This HP product does not contain added mercury.
This HP product contains a lithium battery located on the formatter board that may require
special handling at end-of-life.
For recycling information, you can contact www.hp.com/recycle
or contact your local authorities
or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org
.