Definition

WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) is an EU directive regulating collection, recycling, and recovery of end-of-life electrical and electronic equipment. It requires producers to register with national authorities, finance collection and disposal, and meet recycling targets. Products must bear the 'crossed out wheeled bin' symbol indicating they shouldn't go in regular waste. For electronics manufacturers, WEEE compliance affects product labeling and requires participation in take-back schemes for products sold in the EU.