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 All the recyclable parts of "disposable" vape sticks I've collected that have been littered around Dundee. What a waste. : r dundee Myth: It's just one vape, the bin is fine. Fact: Every disposable vape contains a battery and electronics that can leak hazardous substances and spark fires if dumped with general waste. With Disposable vape ban will be good for health and environment' says councillor Disposable Vape Ban: What Is It & How Will It Work? Brown Recycling Limited