How To Dispose Of Vapes UK Vape Recycling & Disposal Guide Ecigwizard Don't Toss Your Vape in the Trash! Vapes and e cigarettes contain batteries and hazardous materials that can harm the environment and pose fire risks if not disposed of properly. Check out 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 that vapes even single use vapes have flammable batteries in them? These batteries can catch fire in recycling containers and collection vehicles and must be disposed of