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ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE & BATTERY DISPOSAL POLICY

Environmental Compliance & Battery Disposal Policy – MyTPMS Automate Sensors
Environmental Compliance & Battery Disposal

MyTPMS Automate Sensors Environmental Policy

Our full disclosure of environmental compliance obligations, battery disposal requirements, and e-waste responsibilities for TPMS sensors and diagnostic tools sold in Australia and shipped worldwide — governed by Australian law and aligned with international environmental standards.

Springvale, VIC 3171, Australia Ships Worldwide Lithium Battery Products ABN 53 807 701 500
Last Updated: 08 June 2026 Effective Date: 08 June 2026 Jurisdiction: Victoria, Australia
Registered Company Name
MyTPMS Australia
Trading As
MyTPMS Automate Sensors
Registered Address
Factory 5–6, 44–50 Westall Rd, Springvale VIC 3171, Australia
Business Hours
Mon–Fri, 09:00–17:00 AEST (GMT+10)
Phone (International)
Email Address
Website
Product Category
TPMS Sensors & Automotive Diagnostic Tools
Australian Business Number (ABN)
53 807 701 500
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Section 1
Our Environmental Commitment

At MyTPMS Australia, we recognise that the products we sell — Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors, diagnostic tools, programming equipment, and related automotive electronic accessories — contain batteries, circuit boards, microchips, and other materials that must be handled responsibly at the end of their useful life. Improper disposal of these components can cause lasting harm to soil, groundwater, and ecosystems.

We are committed to operating in full compliance with all applicable Australian environmental legislation and, because we ship to customers across the world, with the environmental regulations of each jurisdiction we serve. This policy outlines exactly what batteries and electronic materials are present in our products, how those materials must be disposed of correctly, what recycling facilities are available to you, and what your legal obligations may be depending on where you live.

This is not a generic statement — it is a detailed, product-specific disclosure written to reflect the actual composition of the goods we sell and the real regulatory frameworks that apply to them. We encourage every customer to read this page before disposing of any MyTPMS product and to contact us directly if any aspect of our environmental obligations is unclear.

Our commitment in plain terms: We will never tell you to simply throw a TPMS sensor in your household rubbish bin. Every product we sell that contains a battery is an electronic waste item and must be recycled through an appropriate drop-off or collection program. We have provided the information on this page to make it as easy as possible for you to do the right thing — wherever in the world you are.

Section 2
Battery Types Present in Our Products

TPMS sensors and diagnostic tools sold by MyTPMS Australia contain batteries as an integral part of their operation. The type and configuration of batteries varies by product line and brand. The following is a transparent disclosure of all battery types found across our product range. This information is relevant to your environmental disposal obligations under Australian and international law.

TPMS Wheel Sensors

Our Automate OE-quality TPMS sensors, Autel TPMS sensors, Hamaton TPMS sensors, and OE replacement sensors all contain a non-user-replaceable, sealed internal lithium manganese dioxide (Li-MnO2) or lithium thionyl chloride (LiSOCl2) coin or cylindrical cell battery. These are typically equivalent to a CR2032 or specialised 3-volt lithium primary cell. The battery is permanently encased within the sensor housing and powers the internal pressure transducer and radio-frequency transmitter continuously. Because the battery cannot be removed without destroying the sensor housing, the entire sensor unit must be treated as a lithium battery-containing electronic device for disposal purposes.

  • Battery chemistry: Lithium Manganese Dioxide (Li-MnO2) or Lithium Thionyl Chloride (LiSOCl2) — primary (non-rechargeable) cells
  • Nominal voltage: 3.0 V (coin cell) or 3.6 V (cylindrical cell), depending on sensor model
  • Typical battery life: 5 to 12 years depending on vehicle usage, tyre temperature cycles, and ambient operating conditions
  • User-replaceability: Not user-replaceable. The sensor must be replaced as a complete unit once the battery is depleted
  • Hazard classification: Lithium primary batteries are classified as hazardous waste under Australian and international waste regulations and must not be placed in general waste or recycling bins
TPMS Diagnostic & Programming Tools

Our diagnostic tools — including the Automate A01 and A02 TPMS Service Tools and sensor cloning/programming devices included in our DIY Master Kits — are handheld electronic devices that are powered by either internal rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) or lithium polymer (LiPo) battery packs, or by standard AA or AAA alkaline batteries depending on the specific model. These tools contain printed circuit boards, microprocessors, LCD displays, RF communication modules, and associated electronic components.

  • Rechargeable models: Lithium-ion (Li-ion) or Lithium Polymer (LiPo) cells — classified as hazardous and must be returned to a battery recycling point
  • Non-rechargeable models: Standard AA or AAA alkaline manganese dioxide batteries — classified as general batteries; recyclable through any Australian battery collection bin
  • PCB content: All tools contain printed circuit boards containing lead-free solder (compliant with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU), copper traces, and small quantities of tin, silver, and gold
  • Display units: LCD screens in diagnostic tools contain small amounts of liquid crystal material and indium tin oxide — both require e-waste recycling pathways

Important safety warning: Lithium batteries — whether embedded in TPMS sensors or contained in rechargeable diagnostic tools — must never be punctured, crushed, incinerated, or exposed to water. Damaged lithium cells can cause fire or release toxic fumes. If a product appears swollen, leaking, or damaged, do not attempt to disassemble it. Contact us immediately at sales@mytpms.com.au or call +61 1300 818 030.

Section 3
Australian Environmental Legislation Compliance

As a business registered and operating in Victoria, Australia, MyTPMS Australia is subject to a comprehensive body of federal and state-level environmental legislation governing the sale of battery-containing and electronic products. Below we set out each piece of applicable legislation, explain how it applies to our products, and describe what we are doing to ensure compliance.

Product Stewardship Act 2011 (Cth)

The Product Stewardship Act 2011 (Commonwealth) establishes the overarching framework through which the Australian Government manages the environmental impact of products throughout their lifecycle — from manufacture to end-of-life disposal. The Act enables the creation of voluntary and mandatory product stewardship schemes. Our TPMS sensors, containing sealed lithium primary batteries, and our electronic diagnostic tools are both subject to this framework.

MyTPMS Australia supports the objectives of the Product Stewardship Act by actively directing customers to appropriate recycling infrastructure, providing battery-type disclosure at the point of sale and on this policy page, and cooperating with any future mandatory take-back or co-regulatory schemes that may be introduced for automotive electronics and battery products in Australia.

Battery Stewardship Council — B-cycle Program

The B-cycle battery stewardship scheme is Australia's national program for the safe collection and recycling of portable batteries of all chemistries, including the lithium primary and lithium-ion cells present in our products. B-cycle is an industry-funded, government-endorsed co-regulatory scheme operating under the framework of the Product Stewardship Act 2011.

Under the B-cycle scheme, customers can drop off used portable batteries — including any batteries removed from electronic devices — at thousands of drop-off locations across Australia including Officeworks, Bunnings Warehouse, IKEA, Target, and participating local council facilities. Customers in Australia with TPMS sensors at end-of-life, or with spent batteries from our diagnostic tools, are encouraged to use B-cycle drop-off points. For the current nearest B-cycle drop-off location, visit bcycle.com.au.

National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS)

The National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme (NTCRS) operates under the Product Stewardship (Televisions and Computers) Regulations 2011 and provides free drop-off recycling for televisions, computers, printers, and associated electronic items at over 1,500 collection points nationally. While TPMS sensors are not directly in-scope as products, our handheld diagnostic tools — being electronic devices with display screens, microprocessors, and rechargeable batteries — share characteristics with the categories of goods managed under this scheme.

We encourage customers with end-of-life TPMS diagnostic tools to inquire with their local NTCRS collection point or council e-waste facility, as many accept a broader range of small electronics beyond the primary scheme categories. Details at recyclingnearyou.com.au.

Victorian Environment Protection Act 2017

As a business operating in Springvale, Victoria, MyTPMS Australia is directly subject to the Environment Protection Act 2017 (Vic), which took full effect on 1 July 2021. This legislation imposes a general environmental duty on all businesses to understand, assess, and manage the risks of harm to human health and the environment from their activities. The sale and distribution of lithium battery-containing products without providing adequate end-of-life guidance to customers could constitute a failure to meet this duty.

We meet this obligation through the detailed disclosures contained in this policy, through product labelling where applicable, and through the provision of recycling guidance to every customer who purchases a TPMS product from us.

State-Level E-Waste and Battery Legislation

In addition to the Victorian framework, several Australian states and territories have enacted specific e-waste and battery regulations. The following table summarises the key instruments applicable to our domestic customers:

State / Territory Key Legislation / Regulation Relevance to TPMS Products
Victoria (VIC) Environment Protection Act 2017; Waste Management Policy (Statewide Waste and Resource Recovery Infrastructure) General environmental duty; e-waste ban on landfill; battery recycling requirement
New South Wales (NSW) Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2001; Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 Hazardous waste regulations apply to lithium batteries; illegal to dump e-waste
Queensland (QLD) Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011; Waste Reduction and Recycling Regulation 2011 Lithium batteries are regulated waste; prohibited from general disposal
South Australia (SA) Environment Protection Act 1993; Zero Waste SA Act 2004 Battery disposal obligations; e-waste recycling targets
Western Australia (WA) Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2007; Environmental Protection Act 1986 Scheduled waste provisions apply to lithium and hazardous batteries
Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Environment Protection Act 1997; Waste Management and Resource Recovery Act 2016 E-waste drop-off program; battery recycling obligations
Tasmania (TAS) Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994; Waste and Resource Management Act 2022 Hazardous battery disposal prohibition; e-waste collection infrastructure
Northern Territory (NT) Waste Management and Pollution Control Act 1998 Hazardous waste provisions applicable to lithium batteries
Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO)

MyTPMS Australia acknowledges the objectives of the National Environment Protection (Used Packaging Materials) Measure 1999 and the associated Australian Packaging Covenant, which sets targets for recyclable packaging, the reduction of unnecessary packaging, and the responsible disposal of packaging materials. Our products are packaged in cardboard outer boxes, recyclable polystyrene or moulded pulp inserts where applicable, and printed paper instruction materials. All cardboard and paper packaging used by MyTPMS Australia is fully recyclable in standard kerbside recycling in Australia.

Section 4
How to Correctly Dispose of Your MyTPMS Products in Australia

When your TPMS sensors, diagnostic tools, or programming equipment have reached the end of their useful life, correct disposal is both a legal obligation and a genuinely important environmental act. Lithium batteries that end up in landfill can rupture and leach toxic compounds into groundwater. The step-by-step guidance below applies specifically to customers in Australia.

Disposing of End-of-Life TPMS Wheel Sensors
1
Remove the sensor from your vehicle
Have the sensor removed by a tyre workshop or automotive technician. TPMS sensors are fitted inside the tyre onto the valve stem; removal requires tyre dismounting and should be carried out by a qualified professional to avoid damage to the tyre bead or rim.
2
Do not disassemble the sensor
Do not attempt to open, crush, or puncture the sensor housing to extract the internal battery. The sensor must be disposed of as a complete unit. Puncturing a lithium cell can cause a thermal runaway reaction, fire, or the release of corrosive electrolyte.
3
Take it to a B-cycle drop-off point or e-waste facility
Place the spent sensor in a plastic bag to contain any potential leakage and take it to your nearest B-cycle battery recycling drop-off location (bcycle.com.au) or your local council e-waste collection facility. Many Bunnings Warehouse, Officeworks, and IKEA stores across Australia host B-cycle drop-off bins at or near their service desks.
4
Alternatively, ask your tyre workshop to recycle it
Many automotive tyre fitting workshops and service centres now accept spent TPMS sensors for recycling through trade-level e-waste collection services. If you have multiple sensors to dispose of, your tyre technician may be the most convenient collection point.
5
Contact us if you are unsure
If you are uncertain about how to dispose of a MyTPMS product in your specific location — particularly in remote or regional areas of Australia where B-cycle infrastructure may be limited — please call us on +61 1300 818 030 or email sales@mytpms.com.au. We will do our best to help you identify the closest appropriate recycling option.
Disposing of End-of-Life Diagnostic Tools

TPMS diagnostic and programming tools — including the Automate A01, A02, and all sensor cloning tools in our DIY Kit range — are handheld electronic devices that must be recycled through an e-waste or small electronics collection program. Do not place these tools in your general waste bin or kerbside recycling bin. The lithium-ion or alkaline battery inside the tool must either be removed and taken to a B-cycle drop-off point separately, or the entire tool must be delivered to an e-waste facility that accepts battery-containing electronics.

  • Council e-waste drop-off events: Most Australian local councils now hold regular e-waste drop-off days. Search "council e-waste near me" or check your local council's waste management page for current dates and locations.
  • Recycling Near You directory: The Planet Ark "Recycling Near You" directory at recyclingnearyou.com.au allows you to search by postcode for the closest drop-off point for small electronics and batteries.
  • Mobile Muster & TechCollect: Some major retailers and libraries participate in TechCollect and similar programs that accept a broad range of battery-powered electronic devices beyond computers and televisions.

Victoria-specific note: From 1 July 2019, Victorian households have been prohibited from placing e-waste (including any device containing a battery) in the general waste or recycling bin. Victoria's e-waste to landfill ban is enforced under the Environment Protection Act 2017. Victorian customers are legally required to use dedicated e-waste collection channels for TPMS sensors and diagnostic tools.

Section 5
International Battery & E-Waste Regulations

Because MyTPMS Australia ships TPMS sensors and diagnostic tools to customers across the world, we are committed to helping our international customers understand the battery and electronic waste disposal obligations that apply in their country. The following is a detailed overview of the key regulatory frameworks for our major international markets. In all cases, the fundamental principle is the same: lithium battery-containing electronics must not be placed in general waste and must be directed to appropriate recycling infrastructure.

European Union

The European Union has enacted some of the world's most stringent battery and e-waste regulations. EU customers receiving MyTPMS products must comply with the following:

  • EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542: This regulation, which entered into force on 17 August 2023 and progressively replaces the prior Battery Directive 2006/66/EC, imposes obligations on distributors and producers of batteries and battery-containing products. It includes requirements for battery labelling, collection targets, and recycled content. TPMS sensors containing lithium primary cells are subject to these obligations. EU customers should return spent sensors to any retailer that sells automotive electronics or to a municipal collection point (Sammelstelle) in their member state.
  • WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU: Our diagnostic tools constitute electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive. EU customers are required to deposit end-of-life TPMS diagnostic tools at a designated WEEE collection point. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on product packaging indicates that the product must not be placed in general waste.
  • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2): The products we source for sale comply with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive, meaning that the electronic components and PCBs in our diagnostic tools do not contain prohibited levels of lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE), DEHP, DBP, BBP, or DIBP above the applicable thresholds. This applies to OEM sensor products and our Automate diagnostic tool range.
United Kingdom

Post-Brexit, the United Kingdom maintains its own battery and e-waste legislative framework, closely aligned with but separate from EU regulations:

  • UK Battery Regulations 2008 (as amended by the Batteries and Accumulators (Placing on the Market) (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019): These regulations impose obligations on businesses placing batteries on the UK market. TPMS sensors with embedded lithium batteries are covered. UK customers should return spent TPMS sensors and batteries to a designated collection point — most major retailers including Halfords, Argos, and council recycling centres accept batteries and small electronics.
  • UK WEEE Regulations 2013 (as retained and amended post-Brexit): Our diagnostic tools are WEEE under UK law. UK customers must not place them in general waste. The Recycle Now website (recyclenow.com) provides a postcode search tool for the nearest WEEE drop-off facility.
  • UK RoHS Regulations 2012: The products we supply comply with UK RoHS requirements, which mirror the EU RoHS 2 Directive restrictions on hazardous substances in electronic equipment.
United States

The United States does not have a single federal battery recycling law; however, a patchwork of federal and state regulations applies to lithium battery disposal:

  • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA): The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates the disposal of hazardous materials, including certain battery chemistries, under RCRA. Spent lithium batteries — including those in TPMS sensors — may qualify as hazardous waste under RCRA if not managed through a universal waste pathway. US customers should use the EPA's "Universal Waste" pathway for battery disposal, which includes designated collectors and recyclers.
  • State-level battery laws: California, New York, New Jersey, Minnesota, and several other states have enacted specific laws requiring retailers and consumers to recycle batteries. California's SB 1009 (Battery and Thermometer Recycling Act) and the Universal Waste Rule require all residents to recycle rechargeable and lithium batteries. Call2Recycle (call2recycle.org) operates thousands of collection points across the US for portable batteries of all chemistries. US customers should visit call2recycle.org to locate the nearest drop-off point for TPMS sensors and batteries from diagnostic tools.
Canada
  • Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999 (CEPA 1999): The federal CEPA 1999 identifies lithium as a substance that may pose a risk to human health and the environment and establishes a framework for managing substances in products. Spent lithium batteries from TPMS sensors must be disposed of through designated battery collection points.
  • Provincial regulations: British Columbia (BC Recycling Regulation, 2004), Ontario (Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act 2016), Quebec (Quebec Regulation respecting the recovery and reclamation of products by enterprises), and other provinces have their own extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations for batteries and electronics. Canadian customers should visit Call2Recycle Canada (call2recycle.ca) or check their provincial waste management authority for TPMS battery and e-waste drop-off locations.
New Zealand
  • Waste Minimisation Act 2008: New Zealand's primary national waste framework requires all businesses and consumers to minimise waste and recycle where possible. While NZ does not yet have a mandatory battery stewardship scheme equivalent to Australia's B-cycle, the Ministry for the Environment has signalled development of product stewardship obligations that will apply to batteries and electronics.
  • Current disposal guidance: NZ customers should contact their local council recycling facility or search Recycling Guide NZ (recyclingguide.org.nz) for local battery and electronics drop-off points. The Warehouse Group, Bunnings NZ, and some Mitre 10 stores have battery collection points for portable batteries. TPMS sensors must not go in kerbside recycling and should be taken to an e-waste collection event.
Singapore
  • Resource Sustainability Act 2019: Singapore's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework for electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) came into full effect in 2021 under the National Environment Agency (NEA). E-waste including battery-containing electronics must be deposited at designated e-waste collection points operated by the Producer Responsibility Scheme (ALBA E-Waste Smart Recycling). TPMS diagnostic tools are in-scope as e-waste under this scheme. TPMS sensors should be treated as e-waste and deposited at e-waste bins found in community centres, schools, and shopping malls across Singapore.
Japan
  • Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources (3R Law): Japan requires manufacturers and importers to take responsibility for the end-of-life management of battery-containing products. The Japan Portable Rechargeable Battery Recycling Center (JBRC) operates battery collection boxes at retailers, service stations, and convenience stores across Japan. Lithium primary batteries (non-rechargeable, like those in TPMS sensors) may also be disposed of through local municipal hazardous waste collection depending on the prefecture.
Section 6
WEEE — Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment Disclosure

The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol (also known as the WEEE symbol) that appears on or with our products and their packaging signifies that these products — or the batteries they contain — must not be discarded with general household waste at the end of their useful life. This symbol is used on products sold in the European Union, the United Kingdom, and is increasingly adopted internationally as a universal indicator of e-waste.

WEEE — Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment — is a regulated waste category in many countries because of the presence of hazardous materials including heavy metals (lead, cadmium, mercury), flame retardants, and other substances that can cause environmental harm if landfilled. Our TPMS sensors and diagnostic tools are classified as WEEE in jurisdictions that have adopted the EU WEEE Directive or equivalent national legislation.

Which MyTPMS Products Are Classified as WEEE?
TPMS Wheel Sensors
Yes — contain sealed lithium battery; full sensor unit is WEEE
Diagnostic Tools (A01, A02)
Yes — handheld electronic device with display, processor, battery
DIY Kit Cloning / Programming Tools
Yes — electronic device with embedded battery and RF module
Sensor Packaging (cardboard / paper)
No — recyclable through standard kerbside cardboard recycling

The WEEE symbol on our packaging does not mean the product is dangerous to use. It is a standard regulatory marker required on all battery-containing electronic products sold in applicable jurisdictions. It simply means that at the end of the product's life, it must go to a dedicated recycling facility — not the general rubbish bin.

Section 7
RoHS Compliance — Restriction of Hazardous Substances

The RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), as implemented across the European Union, the United Kingdom (UK RoHS Regulations 2012), and many other jurisdictions, restricts the use of specific hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. These restricted substances pose serious environmental and human health risks if present above certain concentrations in products that eventually enter the waste stream.

MyTPMS Australia sources its Automate-branded sensors, diagnostic tools, and third-party branded products (Autel, Hamaton) with the expectation and requirement that all electronic components comply with applicable RoHS standards. Specifically, the products we sell are designed to comply with the following RoHS thresholds:

Restricted Substance Maximum Permitted Concentration Reason for Restriction
Lead (Pb) 0.1% (1,000 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material Neurotoxin; accumulates in soil and groundwater from landfill
Mercury (Hg) 0.1% (1,000 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material Highly toxic to nervous system; bioaccumulates in food chains
Cadmium (Cd) 0.01% (100 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material Carcinogen; toxic to kidneys and bones
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr VI) 0.1% (1,000 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material Carcinogen; toxic to aquatic organisms
Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) 0.1% (1,000 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material Flame retardant; persistent organic pollutant
Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) 0.1% (1,000 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material Flame retardant; endocrine disruptor; bioaccumulates
DEHP, DBP, BBP, DIBP (phthalates) 0.1% (1,000 ppm) by weight of homogeneous material Endocrine disruptors; harmful to reproductive systems

Customers who require formal RoHS compliance documentation (such as a Declaration of Conformity or a Material Safety Data Sheet) for customs, import, or regulatory purposes may request these documents from us at sales@mytpms.com.au. Where such documentation has been provided to us by the original manufacturer, we will pass it on to you promptly.

RoHS compliance means: The circuit boards inside our diagnostic tools and the electronic components inside our TPMS sensors have been designed and manufactured to avoid the use of the most environmentally and health-harmful substances. This reduces the environmental burden when these products eventually enter the recycling waste stream.

Section 8
Hazardous Materials Disclosure

Transparency about the materials contained in our products is an essential part of responsible business practice. The following disclosure identifies the potentially hazardous materials present in MyTPMS products, explains the specific hazard associated with each, and clarifies what precautions customers should take during normal use and at end-of-life.

Under normal operating conditions — with TPMS sensors installed inside a correctly fitted tyre and diagnostic tools used as intended — none of the materials listed below pose any risk to users or bystanders. Hazards arise only from improper handling, deliberate disassembly, physical damage, incineration, or illegal landfill disposal.

Lithium Electrolyte (Primary Cells)
Hazard
Lithium metal and lithium salts in electrolyte are highly reactive with water and can cause fire, thermal runaway, or the release of toxic lithium hydroxide gas if the battery is damaged, punctured, or incinerated. Lithium compounds are acutely toxic to aquatic organisms and can persist in groundwater from landfill leachate.
Precautions
Never puncture, crush, or expose sensors to water or open flame. Do not place in general waste. If a sensor shows signs of physical damage, swelling, or leakage, place it in a sealed bag and take it immediately to a battery recycling facility. Do not store damaged sensors in enclosed spaces.
Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
Hazard
PCBs in TPMS sensors and diagnostic tools contain trace quantities of tin, silver, gold, copper, and lead-free solder alloys. While compliant with RoHS requirements during use, landfill disposal of PCBs allows these metals to leach into soil and groundwater over time, contributing to heavy metal contamination.
Precautions
PCB-containing devices must be routed to e-waste recycling facilities. The precious and base metals in PCBs are recoverable through proper recycling — this reduces mining demand and environmental impact. Do not incinerate PCBs; combustion of PCB materials can produce dioxins and furans.
RF Transmitter Components (TPMS Sensors)
Hazard
The radio-frequency transmitter module within each TPMS sensor contains a small piezoelectric crystal, RF integrated circuits, and antenna elements. These components contain trace amounts of barium titanate and other ceramic materials that are not acutely toxic but are not biodegradable and should not be landfilled.
Precautions
The RF module is integrated into the overall sensor assembly and cannot be separated without destroying the unit. Dispose of the entire sensor through a battery or e-waste recycling channel, as described in Section 4 of this policy. No special handling is required during normal installation or removal.
Pressure Transducer (TPMS Sensors)
Hazard
The pressure sensor element within a TPMS unit typically uses a MEMS (Micro-Electromechanical System) silicon diaphragm transducer. MEMS devices contain silicon, aluminium, and small quantities of phosphorus- or boron-doped silicon. These materials are not hazardous in normal use but contribute to the e-waste classification of the sensor at end-of-life.
Precautions
No special precautions required during normal use. At end-of-life, direct the entire sensor to an e-waste or battery recycling facility. The silicon content of MEMS transducers is recoverable through specialist semiconductor recycling, though this pathway is typically handled by the recycling facility rather than the end customer.
Section 9
Packaging & Packaging Waste

MyTPMS Australia is committed to using packaging that is appropriate for product protection, minimises environmental impact, and is fully recyclable at the end of its functional use. We do not use excessive, decorative-only, or deliberately oversized packaging. The following is a complete disclosure of the packaging materials used for our products and the correct disposal method for each.

Packaging Component Material Correct Disposal Kerbside Recyclable?
Outer shipping carton Corrugated cardboard (recycled fibre content) Break flat and place in kerbside recycling bin Yes (Australia, UK, EU, US, NZ, Canada)
Sensor retail box Printed cardboard / folding box board Remove any plastic inserts; place cardboard in recycling bin Yes
Internal protective insert Moulded pulp (paper-based) or expanded polystyrene (EPS) Moulded pulp: recycle with cardboard. EPS: specialist drop-off (Expanded Polystyrene Australia scheme; check local council) Pulp: Yes. EPS: Not kerbside
Instruction manual / warranty card Printed paper Recycle with general paper kerbside; shred if preferred Yes
Polyethylene bag (sensor wrap) Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) — soft plastic REDcycle at Coles / Woolworths (Australia) or equivalent soft plastics return program in your country Not kerbside (soft plastics)
Void fill / air pillows LDPE air-filled plastic film Deflate and return with other soft plastics to REDcycle or equivalent Not kerbside (soft plastics)
Adhesive tape (carton sealing) Polypropylene (PP) or paper-based tape Remove from cardboard before recycling. Paper tape: recycle with cardboard. PP tape: general waste PP tape: No. Paper tape: Yes with cardboard

Note for Australian customers: The REDcycle soft plastics return-to-store program was suspended in November 2022 following stockpiling issues. As at the date of this policy, Coles Group and Woolworths Group are working with the Australian Government and state EPAs to recommence soft plastics collection. Please check the current status at the relevant retailer before attempting to return soft plastics. In the interim, clean, dry soft plastics may be accepted at some local council drop-off events. Contact your council for details.

Section 10
Product Longevity, Battery Life & Planned Obsolescence

One of the most environmentally responsible things a customer can do is to purchase a product with the longest possible useful life and to replace it only when it genuinely ceases to function. MyTPMS Australia is committed to transparency about the operational lifespan of its products so that customers can make informed purchasing decisions and manage replacement schedules in an environmentally considered way.

TPMS Sensor Battery Life Expectancy

The internal battery of a TPMS sensor has a designed operational life of between 5 and 12 years under typical on-road driving conditions. This range is wide because battery depletion is heavily influenced by the following factors:

  • Driving frequency and distance: A vehicle driven daily over long distances will cause the TPMS sensor to transmit pressure data more frequently than a vehicle used occasionally. Higher transmission frequency depletes the battery faster.
  • Operating temperature: Extreme heat (such as sustained summer driving on black asphalt in Queensland or Western Australia) and extreme cold both accelerate lithium battery degradation. Sensors operating in hot climates will typically have shorter battery lives than those in temperate climates.
  • Sensor transmission mode: Some TPMS sensors transmit continuously (parked or moving); others only transmit when wheel rotation above a threshold speed is detected. Sleep-mode capable sensors have longer effective battery lives.
  • Vehicle type and usage pattern: Commercial vehicles, taxis, and delivery fleet vehicles log significantly more transmission hours per year than private passenger cars, resulting in faster battery consumption.

When a TPMS sensor's battery is depleted, the vehicle's onboard TPMS warning light will illuminate and the sensor will cease to report pressure data. At this point, the entire sensor unit — not just the battery — must be replaced, as the battery is permanently sealed within the housing. Our sensors are not designed with planned obsolescence in mind; the battery life reflects genuine engineering constraints of the sealed automotive environment in which TPMS sensors must operate.

Diagnostic Tool Battery & Device Longevity

Our Automate A01 and A02 diagnostic tools and sensor programming kits are designed for long-term professional and DIY use. These devices have no programmed lifespan limit and can remain functional for many years with appropriate care. The internal rechargeable battery in our tools is rated for a minimum of 300 to 500 full charge-discharge cycles before significant capacity degradation is expected. With moderate use — charging fully and allowing reasonable discharge — customers can expect 3 to 7 years of reliable battery performance before noting reduced run time.

If a tool's battery performance degrades to an unacceptable level, please contact us. Where replacement battery modules are available for a given diagnostic tool, we will advise customers accordingly, as replacing only the battery (rather than the entire device) is always the more environmentally responsible option.

Section 11
What You Must NOT Do — Battery & E-Waste Prohibitions

The following actions are prohibited under Australian law and the environmental regulations of most countries in which we operate. They also represent genuinely harmful environmental actions that we ask all customers to avoid regardless of legal obligation, out of consideration for the shared environment.

  • Do not place TPMS sensors in your general household waste bin. This applies universally — in Victoria this is a specific legal prohibition under the Environment Protection Act 2017; in other Australian states it constitutes improper hazardous waste disposal; internationally it violates EU WEEE, UK WEEE, US RCRA, and equivalent regulations.
  • Do not place TPMS sensors or diagnostic tools in your kerbside recycling bin. Kerbside recycling in Australia and internationally is not equipped to process lithium batteries or complex electronic assemblies. A lithium battery in a kerbside bin can cause a bin-fire or conveyor belt fire at the sorting facility, endangering workers and causing facility damage.
  • Do not incinerate or burn any product containing a lithium battery or PCB. Burning a lithium battery produces highly toxic lithium oxide fumes. Burning a PCB can generate dioxins, furans, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, all of which are persistent and carcinogenic environmental pollutants.
  • Do not dispose of batteries in waterways, drains, or on open ground. This is an offence under the water pollution provisions of every Australian state's environment protection legislation and under equivalent international environmental law.
  • Do not attempt to disassemble or pierce a TPMS sensor to remove the internal battery. The housing is not designed to be opened. Forcing it open risks injury from sharp edges, potential electrolyte exposure, and possible ignition of the lithium cell. The sensor must be disposed of as a complete sealed unit.
  • Do not expose damaged or depleted sensors to extreme heat. A swollen, punctured, or otherwise compromised lithium battery that is exposed to heat above 60°C can undergo thermal runaway — a self-sustaining exothermic reaction that causes fire. If you discover a physically damaged sensor, seal it in a plastic bag and take it directly to a battery drop-off point.

Regulatory consequences: In Victoria, unlawful disposal of e-waste (including any battery-containing device) can result in infringement notices and fines. Under the Environment Protection Act 2017 (Vic), individuals can face fines of several thousand dollars for illegal disposal of prescribed industrial waste, which includes lithium batteries. Similar penalties apply in NSW, QLD, SA, WA, and the ACT. Internationally, illegal disposal of battery waste can result in civil penalties under EU, UK, and US regulatory frameworks. These penalties are real — not theoretical.

Section 12
Customer Responsibilities

By purchasing any product from MyTPMS Australia that contains a battery — including TPMS sensors, diagnostic tools, and DIY programming kits — you accept the following responsibilities as a consumer. These responsibilities exist independently of this policy and are imposed by law in Australia and in most jurisdictions internationally. This section is provided to make those obligations clear and actionable.

  • Read and retain this policy: You are responsible for understanding the battery type and end-of-life requirements of any product you purchase containing a battery. This policy is permanently accessible at mytpms.com.au and we encourage you to bookmark it for future reference.
  • Dispose of products correctly: When a TPMS sensor or diagnostic tool reaches the end of its useful life, you are responsible for ensuring it is directed to an appropriate battery recycling drop-off or e-waste collection facility. "I didn't know" is not a legal defence to illegal waste disposal in Australia.
  • Comply with your local laws: If you are purchasing from outside Australia, you are responsible for understanding and complying with the battery and e-waste disposal regulations in your own country, state, or province. The international regulatory overview in Section 5 of this policy provides a starting point, but you should verify current local requirements with your national or municipal environmental authority.
  • Store products safely: While in use or in storage, lithium battery-containing products should be kept away from sources of heat, moisture, and physical impact. Do not store large quantities of spare TPMS sensors in enclosed, poorly ventilated spaces (such as a sealed storage box in direct sunlight) where a thermal event in one damaged cell could propagate to others.
  • Report concerns to us: If you receive a product that appears damaged, has a swollen housing, shows signs of electrolyte leakage, or generates unexpected heat during use, please contact us immediately. Do not attempt to use or dispose of a damaged product yourself without first seeking guidance.
  • International import compliance: If you are importing TPMS products from Australia into a country that has lithium battery import regulations (such as IATA restrictions on air freight of lithium batteries, EU battery importer registration requirements, or US DOT regulations for lithium battery shipping), it is your responsibility as the importer of record to ensure compliance with those regulations. Our standard shipping complies with all applicable IATA and ICAO dangerous goods rules for small lithium battery cells in electronic devices.
Section 13
Lithium Battery Transport & Shipping Compliance

TPMS sensors contain sealed lithium primary batteries and diagnostic tools contain lithium-ion battery packs. The transport of lithium batteries — whether by air, sea, or road — is subject to strict international and domestic dangerous goods regulations. MyTPMS Australia takes its shipping compliance obligations seriously and has structured all its outbound logistics to meet the applicable standards.

IATA & ICAO Dangerous Goods Regulations (Air Freight)

All international parcels containing lithium batteries shipped by MyTPMS Australia are classified and packaged in accordance with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air. For our products:

  • TPMS sensors containing small format lithium primary cells (Watt-hour rating below 2 Wh per cell) are classified as UN 3091 — Lithium Metal Batteries Contained in Equipment and are eligible for transport as an exempted quantity under Section II of PI 970 when shipped in quantities compliant with the applicable quantity and packaging limits.
  • Diagnostic tools containing lithium-ion battery packs (below 100 Wh) are classified as UN 3481 — Lithium Ion Batteries Contained in Equipment and are shipped in compliance with Section II of PI 967.
  • We use compliant outer packaging with the required State of Charge (SOC) for lithium-ion cells, drop-test certified packaging, and include required handling labels where mandated by our carrier's dangerous goods program.
IMDG Code (Sea Freight) & ADG Code (Australian Road Transport)

For wholesale orders shipped by sea freight, all lithium battery-containing shipments comply with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. For domestic Australian road freight of bulk orders to business customers, shipments comply with the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code), 7th Edition, which applies to the road transport of dangerous goods including Class 9 lithium batteries. All wholesale customers who receive pallet quantities of TPMS sensors should ensure their own incoming goods handling procedures account for the lithium battery classification of these products.

Customers who wish to return end-of-life TPMS products to us via postal or courier service should be aware that shipping lithium batteries — particularly depleted or damaged cells — is subject to strict carrier restrictions. Do not attempt to ship damaged or swollen lithium batteries by post. For guidance on returning products to us, please contact sales@mytpms.com.au before arranging any return shipment.

Section 14
Jurisdiction-Specific Environmental Requirements

The table below provides a concise reference for customers in different countries, summarising the applicable framework, disposal obligation, and recommended collection resource for TPMS sensors and related electronic products. This is not an exhaustive legal guide — it is a practical reference to help you take the right action in your country.

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Australia
Product Stewardship Act 2011; B-cycle Scheme; State E-waste Bans; Victorian EPA 2017
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New Zealand
Waste Minimisation Act 2008; HSNO Act 1996; Council drop-off programs
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United Kingdom
UK Battery Regulations 2008; UK WEEE Regulations 2013; UK RoHS 2012
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European Union
EU Battery Regulation 2023/1542; WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU; RoHS 2011/65/EU
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United States
EPA RCRA; Universal Waste Rule; State laws (CA, NY, NJ); Call2Recycle
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Canada
CEPA 1999; Provincial EPR regulations (BC, ON, QC); Call2Recycle Canada
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Singapore
Resource Sustainability Act 2019; NEA E-waste EPR; ALBA Smart Recycling
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Japan
3R Law; JBRC Battery Recycling; Municipal hazardous waste (prefecture-specific)
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UAE / Middle East
UAE Federal Law No. 24 of 1999; TADWEER waste authority; municipality collection
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South Africa
National Environmental Management Waste Act 59 of 2008; GreenCycle battery recycling

If your country is not listed above, please contact us at sales@mytpms.com.au and we will do our best to assist you in identifying the appropriate disposal pathway in your jurisdiction. In the absence of country-specific guidance, the universal principle applies: treat any product containing a lithium battery as hazardous waste and direct it to a specialist battery or e-waste recycling facility.

Section 15
Environmental Compliance Summary & Key Certifications

The following is a summary of the environmental compliance frameworks that MyTPMS Australia applies to its products and operations. These compliance badges represent our genuine commitments, not marketing claims. Where applicable, supporting documentation can be provided on written request.

RoHS 2011/65/EU Compliant UK RoHS 2012 Compliant WEEE Symbol Applied (EU/UK) IATA PI 970 / PI 967 Shipping Compliant B-cycle Disposal Guidance Provided VIC E-Waste Ban Acknowledged APCO Packaging Guidelines Followed Product Stewardship Act 2011 Aligned UN 3091 / UN 3481 Classification Compliant ADG Code Road Freight Compliant
Full Legislation Reference Table
Legislation / Standard Jurisdiction Applies To
Product Stewardship Act 2011 (Cth)AustraliaAll MyTPMS products containing batteries
Environment Protection Act 2017 (Vic)Victoria, AustraliaBusiness operations; e-waste ban
Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2001NSW, AustraliaBattery and e-waste disposal
Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011Queensland, AustraliaBattery and e-waste disposal
Environment Protection Act 1993South AustraliaBattery and e-waste disposal
Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2007Western AustraliaBattery and e-waste disposal
EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542European UnionTPMS sensors; diagnostic tools
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EUEuropean UnionDiagnostic tools; TPMS sensors
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2)European UnionAll electronic components in MyTPMS products
UK Battery Regulations 2008 (as amended)United KingdomTPMS sensors; batteries in diagnostic tools
UK WEEE Regulations 2013United KingdomDiagnostic tools; TPMS sensors
UK RoHS Regulations 2012United KingdomAll electronic components
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)United StatesLithium battery disposal
Canadian Environmental Protection Act 1999CanadaBattery and chemical substances
Waste Minimisation Act 2008New ZealandBattery and e-waste disposal
Resource Sustainability Act 2019SingaporeE-waste EPR obligations
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR)International (Air)Lithium battery shipping compliance
IMDG CodeInternational (Sea)Sea freight of lithium batteries
ADG Code (7th Edition)Australia (Road)Domestic road freight of lithium battery products
Section 16
Changes to This Policy

Environmental regulation in Australia and internationally is an active and evolving area of law. New battery stewardship schemes, extended producer responsibility frameworks, e-waste bans, and product classification updates are introduced regularly at both federal and state levels across multiple jurisdictions. MyTPMS Australia commits to reviewing and updating this Environmental Compliance & Battery Disposal Policy at least annually, and whenever a material regulatory change occurs that affects how our customers should handle our products.

The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised each time the policy is amended. Where a change to this policy materially affects the disposal obligations of existing customers who have already purchased products from us, we will take reasonable steps to communicate that change through our website and, where records permit, through email notification. Your continued purchase of products from MyTPMS Australia constitutes your acknowledgement of the current version of this policy.

We encourage customers — particularly businesses and fleet operators who purchase TPMS products in quantity — to revisit this page periodically and to subscribe to our newsletter where relevant regulatory updates affecting our customers will be communicated.

Section 17
Related Policies & Legal Documents

This Environmental Compliance & Battery Disposal Policy forms part of a suite of policy documents governing your purchase and use of products from MyTPMS Australia. Please review the following related documents, each of which is available on our website:

Questions About Our Environmental Policy?

Our team is available Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00 AEST to assist with any environmental compliance or battery disposal questions. Whether you need recycling location guidance, RoHS documentation, or advice on returning an end-of-life product, we are here to help.

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This page was last reviewed and updated on 08 June 2026. All content governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.

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