# Taiwan mobile phone recycling initiatives

> Situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/taiwan-mobile-phone-recycling-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-10-06T03:22:33.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Taiwan has initiated its annual mobile phone recycling month throughout October. Supported by the Ministry of Environment’s Resource Circulation Administration, the program aims to recover valuable materials such as gold, silver, and copper while mitigating environmental risks from lithium batteries.

Participants can utilize approximately 2,700 locations nationwide, including telecommunications providers, brand stores, and retail outlets. To encourage participation, various incentives are being offered, including high-value electronics like the iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy S26, as well as shopping vouchers and brand gifts.

In response to the launch of new smartphone models, such as the iPhone 18, demand for used device recycling has increased. Companies like Chuang Yu Communication are expanding services to meet this demand, focusing on professional evaluation and secure data erasure using Blancco technology to address consumer concerns regarding data security and transparent pricing.

## Claims

- Chuang Yu Communication is a designated recycler for major smartphone brands. (reported by 3 sources)
- The company uses Blancco data erasure technology to protect consumer privacy. (reported by 3 sources)
- The company operates 12 physical stores across Taiwan. (reported by 3 sources)
- Used phone valuations are based on model, storage capacity, physical condition, and market trends. (reported by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Chuang Yu Communication expands used smartphone recycling services in Taiwan

The launch of new smartphones is boosting the used device recycling market in Taiwan, with a focus on data security and transparent pricing through professional services like Chuang Yu Communication.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chuang-yu-communication-expands-used-smartphone-recycling-services-in-taiwan

### 2026-09-30: Taiwan launches nationwide mobile phone recycling month

Taiwan's annual mobile phone recycling month features nationwide collection at 2,700 sites with prizes including iPhone 17 and Apple Watch to promote resource circulation and e-waste management.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/taiwan-launches-nationwide-mobile-phone-recycling-month

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