Dispose of your car Brake Pads

Brake Pads: Proper disposal

AUTODOC recommends protecting the environment and disposing of used parts properly
Car Brake pad set recycling
Brake Pads: disposal recommendations
According to the European Waste Catalogue, used brake pads are not considered hazardous waste (EWC code 16 01 12) unless they contain asbestos.
  • Consumer disposal options
    They can be disposed of according to the regulations for sorting scrap metal.
  • Industrial disposal regulations
    The collection, storage, and disposal are carried out by specialist companies in accordance with the regulatory requirements for this type of waste.
This product cannot be reused

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