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JAftHowever, though some recycling options exist in the United States, the reality is, the majority of <br /> the recycling market for these commodities is overseas, and there are many environmentally <br /> sound recycling options available overseas. Additionally, the U.S. cannot accommodate the <br /> recycling needs of the electronics market. Thus, good recycling options overseas need to be <br /> utilized; however, appropriate research should be done to ensure that an environmentally <br /> responsible outlet is used. <br /> Onsite Electronics Recycling will complete this due diligence for the County and provide <br /> specific information on the path the recyclable commodities will take to their final destination. <br /> Proposed Recycling Methods <br /> The following chart outlines the breakdown of materials from post-consumer electronics waste, <br /> according to the U.S. EPA. <br /> Materials from post-consumer electronics(source U.S.EPA) <br /> Other Woad <br /> 1% 5% <br /> Plastic <br /> 331/6 <br /> Metal <br /> 49% <br /> CRTs <br /> 12% <br /> The following describes the proposed recycling methods and destinations for each component of <br /> the electronics: <br /> CRT Glass - This leaded glass is the primary hazardous constituent of CRT devices,which lead <br /> cause these electronics to be deemed hazardous. CRT glass is the second Iargest source of lead <br /> in the United Wastes,behind automotive batteries. <br /> E <br /> 9 <br /> San Joaquin County Proposal Page 14 of 22 <br />