Fluorescent lamps for general lighting will be banned from manufacture, export, and import by the end of 2027

General lighting fluorescent lamps used in homes, offices, and factories have been added to the items subject to the prohibition of manufacture, export, and import under the "Minamata Convention on Mercury," and their manufacture, export, and import will be banned by the end of 2027.
Note: This does not prohibit the continued use of products already in use, the buying and selling of products (stock) manufactured by the discontinuation date, or their use.

Switching to LED lights has benefits such as lower power consumption and reduced electricity costs. Please plan to replace fluorescent lamps with LED lighting accordingly.

Methods of Hazardous Substance Emission

Fluorescent lamps are hazardous materials.
Please be sure to dispose of on the monthly collection day for "Hazardous and Metal Items."

Note: Fluorescent lamps are also commonly called "fluorescent lights" or "fluorescent tubes."

• How to Dispose of Hazardous Materials

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• Regulations on Fluorescent Lamps for General Lighting Use (Source: Ministry of the Environment)(External Link)