Los Angeles bans single-use printer cartridges
The Los Angeles City Council voted on June 21, 2026, to create an ordinance banning single-use printer cartridges that cannot be refilled or lack a vendor take-back program. As of June 21, 2026, the ordinance is being drafted by the City Attorney's Office and will undergo further review. The ban, unanimously approved on February 17, 2026, aims to reduce plastic waste, with Councilmember John Lee calling it a "bold step." The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) previously submitted comments in August 2025, requesting an extended implementation period.
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June 2026 — 1 developments
LA City Council Votes to Create Single-Use Printer Cartridge Ban Ordinance
The Los Angeles City Council has voted to create an ordinance banning single-use printer cartridges that cannot be refilled or lack a vendor take-back program. The ordinance is currently being drafted by the City Attorney's Office and will undergo further committee and council review.
February 2026 — 1 developments
Los Angeles City Council unanimously approves ban on single-use printer cartridges
The Los Angeles City Council has unanimously approved an ordinance to ban the sale of single-use printer cartridges within city limits. This ban targets ink or toner modules that cannot be refilled or lack a vendor take-back program, aiming to reduce plastic waste. Councilmember John Lee stated it is a 'bold step... to address the challenges posed by plastic waste,' and the ordinance is expected to be implemented at least a year from now.
January 2026 — 2 developments
Proposed Ban Targets Non-Refillable Ink and Toner Modules
Further reports clarify the scope of the proposed ban, emphasizing that it will apply to ink or toner modules that cannot be refilled or lack a vendor take-back program.
City Council's advanced plans for cartridge ban reported by news outlets
News outlets begin reporting on the City Council's advanced plans for the ban, detailing its environmental motivations and the types of cartridges targeted.
December 2025 — 1 developments
Los Angeles City Council Tasks LASAN with Outreach Plan for Single-Use Cartridge Ban
On December 10, 2025, the Los Angeles City Council tasked LA Sanitation and Environment (LASAN) with developing a comprehensive public outreach and education plan, including a survey, for the proposed ban on single-use printer cartridges.
August 2025 — 1 developments
Consumer Technology Association proposes changes to printer cartridge definition, seeks extended implementation
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) submitted comments in August 2025, proposing changes to clarify the definition of 'single-use printer cartridge' and requesting an extended implementation period. Additionally, a public comment was submitted in December 2025 urging the Los Angeles City Council to pass the ordinance, citing personal experiences with generic cartridges.
January 2024 — 1 developments
Catalonia implements broader waste law, includes cartridge ban
Catalonia, Spain, implements a broader waste law that includes a cartridge ban, potentially influencing Los Angeles' approach to similar environmental regulations.