Tattoo Waste
Operating a tattoo shop, studio, or parlour carries a significant weight of responsibility, given that your craft wields a lasting influence on the lives of your clientele. However, this obligation extends beyond the artistic realm. It is imperative to ensure the proper disposal of tattoo-related waste, in a manner that minimises its ecological footprint.

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Tattoo Waste Disposal
Efficient tattoo waste management means storing your waste in proper bins near where it’s made. Arrange for licensed waste carriers to collect it from your tattoo shop. Your responsibility extends until the waste is disposed of.
Once it’s picked up, the waste goes to a nearby facility for eco-friendly disposal. Different types of tattoo waste are handled differently. We avoid landfills, prioritising recycling and reuse.
Types Of Tattoo Waste
Tattooists and body artists produce a significant amount of waste daily. Most of it is considered offensive clinical waste, while sharps waste like needles is classified as hazardous. Proper handling and disposal are crucial. Examples of tattoo waste include:
Sharps waste
Clinical waste
Chemical waste
PPE
Tattoo Waste Containers

Available to store various types of sharps waste, an orange-lidded sharps bin is designed to hold tattoo and piercing needles before collection. They’re lockable and made from highly durable materials to avoid piercing or damage.

Manage the disposal of general waste, and recyclable materials at your tattoo shop with our convenient two-wheel bin. If you generate larger quantities of waste or require less frequent pickups, we offer wheelie bins with capacities of up to 1100 litres to suit your needs.

Orange waste bags are used for infectious waste types produced in tattoo shops, such as contaminated masks, dressings, wipes, and gloves. This helps separate them from non-infectious waste for safe storage and disposal.
3-Step Tattoo Waste Disposal
Step1
Get A Quote
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Step2
Arrange Delivery
If you are satisfied with the type, quantity and size of the bins, tell us when you would like your bins delivered.

Step3
Get Your Waste Collected
We organise waste collection at a time and frequency that suits you based on the amount of waste you produce.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Are tattoo needles recycled?
No, tattoo needles are not typically recycled. Unfortunately, they are categorised as sharps waste and often contain infectious materials. Consequently, tattoo needles are typically disposed of through incineration. This disposal method is considerably safer than placing them in landfill sites, where they could pose significant risks to both human and environmental health.
What can you do with leftover tattoo ink?
Occasionally, tattoo artists may find themselves with surplus tattoo ink after completing a client’s tattoo. This situation arises because it can be challenging to estimate the precise amount of ink required for a project. Additionally, tattoo ink has a shelf life of approximately two years, making it susceptible to expiration.
Excess or expired ink should never be reserved for future use, even though some tattoo artists may employ it for practice purposes. Instead, ink waste should be stored in specialised containers after use to prevent any leakage or spills.
How can tattoo artists reduce waste and adopt eco-friendly practices?
Debates regarding the ethical aspects of tattoos, particularly their environmental impact, are ongoing. This stems from the fact that many tattoo-making products, such as inks and dyes, contain components that could harm the planet.
Furthermore, tattoo artists frequently use single-use items like PPE, bandages, and ink caps, which can make it challenging to fully embrace sustainable practices. However, there are several steps you can take to ensure your tattoo parlour operates as environmentally friendly as possible. For example, you should:
- Prioritize recycling whenever feasible.
- Transition to a renewable energy source.
- Purchase sustainable products for your business, such as ink cups made from recycled paper rather than plastic.
What can I do with an old tattoo machine?
An old tattoo machine falls under the category of WEEE waste, so it is crucial to dispose of it alongside similar waste types. Here, the machine will undergo disassembly into its constituent parts, with any recyclable components sent for recycling. Any needles should be removed and treated as sharps waste. Under no circumstances should an old tattoo machine be sent to a landfill.