Disposable vapes are creating piles of electronic waste Every Vape You Recycle Prevents a Fire. Despite the ban on disposable vapes introduced last June, it's estimated that over 2 million are still being purchased every week in the UK. Each Did you know Vape and E Cigarette devices contain lithium batteries and electronic parts both of which should be recycled? To recycle your vape or e cigarette correctly, please ensure: The liquid Don't Toss Away Vape and e cigarette devices might be disposable but they should still be recycled! As vaping user numbers increase, it is important to know how to dispose of used vapes