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The following is a detailed explanation of the classification of "Other Waste" and used table lamps:

Definition of Other Waste

Other waste refers to waste that poses a relatively minor hazard but has no reuse value. This category includes, but is not limited to, certain portions of construction waste and household waste. Common treatment methods for this type of waste include landfill, incineration, and sanitary decomposition. Some waste can also be treated using biological methods, such as introducing earthworms for biological decomposition.

Why Used Table Lamps are Classified as Other Waste

Used table lamps are primarily composed of non-biodegradable or difficult-to-recycle materials such as metal, plastic, and glass, and generally lack reuse value (unless professional dismantling and recycling are carried out, which is difficult to achieve in household or general waste sorting scenarios). Therefore, they are classified as "Other Waste."

Policy Background for Waste Sorting

To promote waste sorting, the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, and other departments have issued several related policies and notices. For example, the "Implementation Plan for the Household Waste Classification System" released in 2017 required 46 cities nationwide to implement mandatory household waste classification. In 2019, nine departments jointly issued the "Notice on Comprehensively Carrying Out Household Waste Classification in Cities at the Prefecture Level and Above Nationwide" issued by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and other departments, further promoting the comprehensive implementation of waste classification.

Final Summary

Used table lamps belong to other waste and should be disposed of in accordance with local waste classification regulations.