CFCs

　The general term for fluorocarbons (composites of fluorine and carbon) is called fluorocarbons. Since it is chemically stable and easy to handle and has a low toxicity to the human body, it has been used in a variety of applications, including refrigerant applications such as air conditioners and refrigerators.
　However, the impact on the global environment, such as the destruction of the ozone layer and global warming, has been clarified, and alternatives to CFCs and other substances that have less impact are being promoted from fields where possible.

• Brochure on the ozone layer (Ministry of the Environment) (outside site)
• Ozone Layer Protection and Global Warming Countermeasures (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) (outside site)

　In order to prevent the destruction of the ozone layer by CFCs, try to properly collect and dispose of CFCs. Details vary depending on the device to be discarded, so please check each link.

　When disposing of household air conditioners, refrigerators / freezers, washing machines / clothes dryers, disposal based on the Home Appliance Recycling Law is required.

■ When discharging from homes

How to put out air conditioners, TVs, refrigerators / freezers, washing machines / clothes dryers (Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Business Division)

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■ In case of discharge from business sites

I would like to know how to dispose of home appliances (TVs, air conditioners, refrigerators / freezers, washing machines / clothes dryers) from offices. (Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Business Waste Management Section)

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　When disposing of commercial refrigeration and air conditioning equipment (business air conditioners, refrigerators / freezers, vending machines, store showcases, etc.), a first-class CFC filling and collection company registered with local governments based on the CFC Emission Control Law You must ask for the collection of CFCs.

• About the CFC Emission Control Law (Kanagawa Prefecture) (outside site)

　If you want to scrap a car, you need to ask a company that has registered for the automatic vehicle recycling law collection.　

• About the Automobile Recycling Law (Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Business Waste Management Section)

■ In the case of household waste

Please consult with your Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau office in your ward.

・List of Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Offices (Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Business Division)

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■ In the case of business waste

It is not collected in Yokohama. For more information, please visit the following website.

・Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Business Waste Management Section

　According to the Law Concerning the Rational Use of CFCs and the Proper Management of CFCs (abbreviated as the CFC Emission Control Law), managers (owners) of commercial air conditioners and refrigeration equipment are required to properly manage equipment and CFCs. Management is required.

• CFC Emission Control Act Portal Site (Ministry of the Environment, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) (External Site)
• About the CFC Emission Control Law (Kanagawa Prefecture) (outside site)

Law Concerning the Rational Use of CFCs and Proper Management (CFC Emission Control Law) (external site)

Law on Recycling of End-of-Life Vehicles (Automobile Recycling Law) (outside site)

Specific Home Appliance Recycling Law (Household Appliance Recycling Law) (outside site)