Can you recycle video tapes?

Are VHS tapes recyclable? Yes, VHS tapes are recyclable. You can recycle them with specialist VHS tape recycling services like GreenCitizen, though there will normally be a fee. You could also choose to send them to a waste-to-energy incineration recycling plant where they will be burned to produce green energy.

How do you dispose of old VHS tapes?

If you want to avoid fumes and potential danger, you can always take the tape outside and pound it with a hammer. However, this is messy and might feel a little silly. The more professional and efficient option is to drill a hole right through the tape.

Can I put video tapes in the bin?

The outer cases of VHS, Betamax and audio cassette tapes are indeed plastic, and at least theoretically recyclable. But you can’t just chuck the whole thing into a recycling bin. The inner tape is made of a phthalate-laden form of the plastic polyethylene, often sold under the trade name Mylar, which is not recyclable.

How do I dispose of old VHS tapes UK 2020?

Video tapes cannot be recycled using your local council’s kerbside recycling bin, bag or box. Video tapes can be disposed of in your local council’s kerbside residual bin or at your local Household Waste Recycling Centre.

How do I dispose of video tapes UK?

Many centres in the UK can safely dispose of your videos by collecting them in the ‘Waste for Energy’ skips. If you have commercial tapes (such as films or television shows), you can place them in the Reuse Area for charities to sell.

Do VHS tapes have copy protection?

The Analog Protection System (APS), also known as Copyguard or Macrovision, is a VHS and DVD copy protection system originally developed by Macrovision. Video tapes copied from DVDs encoded with APS become garbled and unwatchable.

Do old VHS tapes have any value?

The average cost of a secondhand VHS tape is about $11, according to eBay. “If your dog chewed the case or the kids scribbled all over it, it’s probably not worth much. However, if you have the right edition in mint condition, you may be surprised at what collectors will pay,” eBay said in its study report.

Are video tapes worth anything?

Many VHS tapes are worth 50 cents to a few dollars, though collectible tapes can sell for up to $50 or more. Betamax tapes can sell for up to $20 or more. Here are some real-world videotape values.