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NC DEQ »   About »   Divisions »   Waste Management »   Solid Waste Section »   Electronics Management »   Retailer Information

Retailer Information

Retailers are subject to requirements and provisions under North Carolina General Statute 130A-309.136:

  1. A manufacturer must not sell or offer for sale or deliver to retailers for subsequent sales new computer equipment or televisions unless:

    1. the covered device is labeled with the manufacturer's brand, whose label is permanently affixed and readily visible; and
    2. the manufacturer has filed a registration with the Department and is otherwise in compliance with the requirements of this Part, as indicated on the list developed and maintained by the Department pursuant to G.S. 130A-309.138(1).
  2. Effective July 1, 2011, a retailer that sells or offers for sale new computer equipment or televisions must:

    1. determine that all new covered devices that the retailer is offering for sale are labeled with the manufacturer's brand, whose label is permanently affixed and readily visible; and
    2. review the NCDEQ website to confirm that the manufacturer of a new covered device is on the list developed and maintained by NCDEQ.
  3. A retailer is not responsible for an unlawful sale under this section if the manufacturer's registration expired or was revoked and the retailer took possession of the covered device prior to the expiration or revocation of the manufacturer's registration and the unlawful sale occurred within six months after the expiration or revocation.

  • Registered Computer Equipment Manufacturer Compliance Status

  • Registered Television Manufacturer Compliance Status

If you have questions about the North Carolina electronics recycling program and its requirements, contact John Patrone at either john.patrone@ncdenr.gov or 919-280-4814.

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  • Electronics Purchase Information for State and Local Agencies
  • Electronics Recyclers and Collectors
  • NC Local Governments Info Page
  • Retailer Information
  • Television Manufacturers Info

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