How do I return or recycle electrical items under WEEE regulations?

If you are asking “Can I return electrical items for recycling at Brown Thomas?” the answer is yes. We comply fully with WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) regulations to ensure safe and responsible recycling.

What is WEEE?

• WEEE stands for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.

• It applies to electrical and electronic goods, from small appliances to larger household items.

• Retailers like Brown Thomas are required to take back old electrical items when you purchase a new equivalent product.

Returning small electrical appliances

• Small electrical appliances (e.g. hairdryers, toasters, grooming products) can be returned to any Brown Thomas store.

• Please bring your old item to the Electrical department.

• Items must be safely packaged and free from hazards.

Returning large electrical appliances

• For large appliances delivered to your home (e.g. white goods), we can arrange collection of your old item at the same time as delivering your new purchase.

• Please request WEEE collection when booking your delivery.

• Ensure the item is disconnected, clean, and accessible for removal.

Cost

• WEEE take-back is provided at no additional cost when purchasing a replacement item of the same type.

• If you wish to return an old electrical item without purchasing a new one, we will still accept it at our stores.

Why it matters

• Recycling under WEEE prevents harmful materials from entering landfill.

• Returned items are handled by certified recycling partners to recover materials safely.