Cell Phone & Tablet Recycling

EACR Inc. provides licensed, eco-conscious recycling solutions for smartphones, tablets, and mobile devices—ensuring secure data destruction and environmentally responsible disposal.

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Why You Should Recycle Phones & Tablets Properly

Millions of old phones and tablets end up in landfills every year, leaking hazardous materials like lithium, cobalt, and metals into the environment. These components are toxic and pose long-term risks to soil and water systems if not properly recycled.

Additionally, mobile devices often store sensitive personal and business data. Recycling without proper data destruction can lead to identity theft, privacy violations, and legal liability. According to the EPA, over 151 million phones are discarded annually in the U.S. alone.

Data Security Guaranteed in Phone Recycling

Every phone we handle undergoes secure data destruction through compliant wiping or physical destruction. From pickup to processing, we ensure all phones and tablets are processed in an eco-friendly and compliant manor. We issue Certificates of Recycling to prove your devices were properly recycled and that all the data was destroyed.

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Devices We Accept

At EACR Inc., we recycle all makes and models of mobile devices—no matter their age, brand, or condition. From the latest iPhones, Samsung Galaxies, and Google Pixels to older flip phones and legacy devices, we accept smartphones, tablets, e-readers, and mobile accessories of every kind. Whether your device has a cracked screen, a non-working battery, or is locked or outdated, we’ll handle it responsibly and securely.

We also accept smartwatches, chargers, and other mobile tech accessories to ensure every component is diverted from landfills. Our process is designed to keep important materials in circulation and harmful substances out of the environment, making recycling simple, sustainable, and secure.

Our Cell Phone & Tablet Recycling Also Includes

Headphones and Earbuds

Recycling wired or wireless listening devices helps divert metals and plastics from landfills while supporting the reuse of resources.

Keyboards and Styluses

Tablet keyboards, styluses, and related accessories contain circuit boards and plastics that can be safely recycled and kept out of landfills.

Memory and Sim Cards

Though small, SIM cards and memory cards hold metals that can be reclaimed through responsible recycling—preventing unnecessary e-waste.

Battery Packs

Rechargeable batteries from phones and tablets contain lithium and cobalt—materials that should be recovered, not released into the environment.

Charges and Cables

From USB cords to power adapters, these accessories contain copper, plastic, and other materials that can be recovered and reused when recycled properly.

Smartwatches

Wearable tech like smartwatches is made with similar components to smartphones and should be recycled to recover key metals and electronics.

You can Depend on EACR Inc.
For Secure & Safe Phone Recycling

Choosing EACR Inc. for phone and tablet recycling means choosing security, sustainability, and simplicity. With over 25 years of experience, we’ve helped schools, businesses, and residents safely dispose of mobile devices while protecting their data and the environment. Every phone we collect is processed through secure, licensed methods, ensuring sensitive information is wiped or destroyed and valuable materials are recovered, not wasted. Whether you’re recycling one device or hundreds, EACR makes it easy to do it right.

How Our Phone & Tablet Recycling Process Works

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Request a Pickup

Schedule a pickup that works for your business. We make the process simple with fast, flexible availability .

Collection & Transport

Our team arrives on-site, handles all equipment with care, and manages the entire process securely from start to finish.

Data Wiping or Destruction

We erase or destroy smartphones to ensure security. Each device is processed using reliable methods.

Device Processing

Devices are sorted to recover all usable materials. We safely handle batteries, metals, and more.

Documentation Provided

You’ll receive a Certificate of Recycling. Perfect for audits, compliance, or peace of mind reporting.

Cell Phone & Tablet Recycling

Frequently Asked
Questions

Smartphones contain recyclable metals like copper, aluminum, silver, and palladium, as well as recoverable plastics and glass. Proper recycling separates and reuses these materials while safely removing lithium batteries and hazardous parts.

Yes. We accept phone chargers, cables, power adapters, docks, and other small accessories. These items contain recyclable copper, steel, and plastics that should never go in the trash.

You can, but it’s not required. EACR Inc. performs secure data destruction—either through compliant data wiping or physical destruction—before any device is processed.

Absolutely. Even dead, damaged, or cracked devices still contain reusable materials that can be recovered safely.

Yes. We recycle all types of mobile devices and accessories, including tablets, smartwatches, and e-readers, regardless of brand or condition.

Devices are sorted, wiped or destroyed, and then processed for material recovery. Metals, glass, and plastics are sent for reuse, while hazardous parts are safely processed according to all applicable regulations.

Lithium-ion batteries are handled under strict environmental safety standards. They’re isolated, stabilized, and sent for specialized recycling to recover lithium and cobalt.

Recycling prevents toxic metals and plastics from entering landfills, conserves natural resources, and reduces the need for mining and new material production.

EACR Inc. offers several convenient ways to recycle your phone responsibly. You can drop off your device directly at our Lakewood, NJ facility (1950 Rutgers Blvd), participate in one of our scheduled community electronics recycling events, or use a secure local drop-off container in your area. Contact us for the most up-to-date list of nearby drop-off container locations and event dates.

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