Are CD's recyclable?

Question

Just wondering, I've got a tonne that I want to get rid of, and I wondered if they are biodegradable.

Answer 1

you mean in england? there is a place that does recycle them..

http://www.reuze.co.uk/cds.shtml

and

http://www.polymerrecycling.co.uk/

BUT if they are music etc.. give them to ya local charity shop if they are proper albums etc. or put them on freecycle..

Answer 2

Take them to Blockbusters - they're asking for them for a charity cause.

Answer 3

NOT BIODEGRADABLE! but you can recycle them. call up your city and ask if they collect them

Answer 4

you can get a very thin pin and go over the old noughts and ones with a new song, try 'binary for dummies' and 'macro engraving, a complete guide' if you struggle. this can also lead to an intense hobby with many avid users blogging each other every month or two between chords.

Answer 5

Not degradable

they make great party coasters for your party guest to set their beer on.

Answer 6

Yes they are, although I have no idea where you get them done.

Answer 7

they are generally made from makrolon, a polycarbonate material from bayer.  definitely not biodegradable.  possibly recyclable by melting them down and reprocessing the granulated plastic.

Answer 8

yes go to your local recycling centre and ask them where you can recycle some.

hope this helps!

Answer 9

No, but they're a hoot if you stick them in a microwave oven.

Answer 10

if they still work (like in really good condition) and they're music CDs try something like www.lala.com - it's great - you post the CDs you have and select ones you want. When someone wants one of yours they request it - the website sends you an email (along with some free/pre-paid shipping materials) and you send that person the CD. When you find you want you pay like 2 bucks for a new CD that you actually want.

Pretty sweet deal.