In 2023, South Korea was amongt the largest importers of electrical and electronic waste and scrap worldwide, at over 527,000 metric tons. India followed, with some 389,000 metric tons imported. The majority of global e-waste imports are estimated to be carried out in an uncontrolled manner.
Imports of electrical and electronic waste and scrap in selected countries worldwide in 2023
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Trade Map. (June 28, 2024). Imports of electrical and electronic waste and scrap in selected countries worldwide in 2023 (in 1,000 metric tons) [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved February 19, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1389304/e-waste-imports-worldwide-by-country/
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