Check the bulb type before disposal
Place incandescent and halogen bulbs in the regular trash if allowed locally
Recycle LED bulbs at a proper electronics or household hazardous waste drop-off
Recycle compact fluorescent bulbs at a hazardous waste or designated recycling site
Do not put fluorescent bulbs in regular trash if local rules prohibit it
Keep bulbs in their original packaging or wrap them in paper before transport
Tape broken bulbs carefully and place them in a sealed container before disposal
Follow your local waste disposal rules for special handling requirements
Take large quantities of bulbs to a recycling or hazardous waste facility