Don’t Bin It, Recycle It! What to Do With Your Used Printer Toner Cartridges

Your Toner Cartridges Should Never Go in the Bin, Here’s Why

At FX Business Technologies Cairns, we want to clear up a common misconception: used printer toner cartridges are not general waste.

While they may seem small, the impact is massive. In Australia, millions of cartridges end up in landfill every year, wasting valuable resources that could have been recycled or reused. Throwing them in the bin means missing a huge opportunity to reduce waste and protect the environment.

As your authorised Fujifilm Business Innovation dealer in North Queensland, we proudly offer a free toner cartridge recycling program, helping local businesses recycle responsibly, with no added cost or hassle.

If you’ve ever wondered what to do with an empty toner cartridge, the answer is simple: hold onto it for collection or return it to us; we’ll handle the recycling.

 

We Recycle Every Cartridge You Return

Every toner cartridge returned to FX Business Technologies Cairns, goes directly to Fujifilm Business Innovation Australia’s recycling and remanufacturing facility, not landfill.

Once there, cartridges are either:

• Refilled and reused to extend their lifecycle
• Broken down responsibly into plastic, metal, and toner residue for recycling or repurposing

This process keeps waste out of landfill, conserves resources, and supports a circular economy for office printing.

Here’s How Your Business Can Help

• Don’t throw used toner cartridges in the bin
• Store them in a box or designated collection area in your office
• Return them to FX Business Technologies Cairns, during your next visit, or ask us about pickup options
• Encourage your team to follow the same practice

It’s easy. It’s free. And together, it makes a big impact. 

Our Zero Waste Approach, Beyond Toner

Toner cartridge recycling is just one part of our bigger sustainability mission at FX Business Technologies Cairns.

In partnership with Fujifilm Business Innovation Australia, we’ve adopted a full lifecycle approach to reducing waste and emissions, including:

Equipment Recycling

• 100% of our printers, copiers, and scanners are recycled
• Working parts are reused
• Remaining materials are responsibly managed through E-Waste Recycling 

Green Operations at FX Business Technologies Cairns

• LED lighting and energy-saving switches throughout
• Fuel-efficient vehicles for service and support
• Office-wide recycling of paper, pallets, and packaging

We’re also proud to be recognised through the Fujifilm Sustainability Program, a multi-award-winning initiative shaping environmental responsibility across the supply chain.

Why This Matters for Your Business

Recycling your toner cartridges isn’t just good for the planet; it’s good for your brand reputation.

Clients, customers, and employees increasingly value businesses that show real commitment to sustainability. Participating in FX Business Technologies Cairns’ recycling program demonstrates your leadership in corporate responsibility — without adding cost or complexity.

We make it easy. And we’ve built the infrastructure to back it up.

What to Do Next

Already an FX Business Technologies Cairns client? Simply:

1. Collect your used toner cartridges
2. Remind your team that they must not go in the bin
3. Contact us if you need a collection box or would like to schedule a pickup

Not yet a client? We’d love to show you how sustainable printing solutions can be simple, cost-effective, and good for business.

Contact us today or visit us in Cairns to drop off your cartridges and learn more.

Together, let’s keep North Queensland clean, one toner cartridge at a time.