How to Dispose of 'Disposable' Vapes Disposable vapes are illegal but shops still carry them and teens buy them : Shots Health News : NPR Disposable vapes are harmful to the environment, with nearly 5 million thrown away every week. As many are not recycled, their littering pollutes soil, water and biodiversity. Precious resources Department Disposable vapes are difficult to recycle because theyre made from a mixture of materials including plastic, copper, and a lithium battery. Theyre designed as a single unit, which means the