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Answers To Common Questions About Our Process And Impact

Clarity, Confidence, And Everything In Between

Whether you're a healthcare provider, medical device manufacturer, or sustainability officer, we know you may have questions. At nobraCircular, transparency and trust are central to everything we do. Below, you'll find answers to common questions about how our process works, what devices we accept, and how we help organizations meet regulatory and environmental goals. If you don’t see your question here, we’re always just a message away.

  • What Types Of Devices Can nobraCircular Collect? We currently focus on single-use medical devices like auto-injectors, EpiPens, sharps, syringes, and similar plastic or metal-based components.
  • Is The Program Safe For Use In Clinical Environments? Yes. We use sealed, tamper-proof containers that meet regulatory safety standards for sharps and other medical waste.!
  • How Are Devices Collected From Facilities? We coordinate pickups through certified transport partners, and all handling complies with local, state, and federal medical waste guidelines.
  • Do Manufacturers Get ESG Credit For Participating? Yes. We provide reporting and data that support Scope 3 emission reductions and improved ESG disclosures.
  • Can Patients Or Individual Consumers Participate? Yes and please email us so one of our specialists can contact you about the mail back program or better understand your needs.
  • What Happens To The Devices After Collection? Devices are deconstructed, sorted, and processed into reusable components or responsibly disposed of according to material type.
  • Is This A Recycling Program Or A Reuse Program? Both. Where possible, components are reprocessed and reused. Others are recycled or diverted from landfills.
  • How Does nobraCircular Ensure Regulatory Compliance? Our process complies with OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations, and we maintain full traceability throughout the device lifecycle.
  • How Do You Handle Biohazardous Waste? All collection systems are certified for handling sharps and potentially contaminated materials. Sanitization and disassembly occur under controlled conditions.
  • Can You Handle High Volumes From Large Hospitals Or Pharmacies? Yes. Our logistics system is scalable for small clinics, large hospital networks, and pharma distribution chains.
  • Are There Any Legal Barriers To Device Recovery? We operate in full compliance with federal and state waste management regulations and will work with your legal/compliance team to review any questions.
  • How Long Has nobraCircular Been Operating? While we are a new and innovative company, our leadership has decades of experience in nursing, clinical environments, and sustainability.
  • Can We Add Our Company Branding To Recovery Bins? Yes. Custom branding and co-branded outreach options are available for qualifying partners.
  • How Are You Different From Traditional Medical Waste Companies? We focus on circularity—not just disposal. Our model helps companies recover value, meet ESG targets, and avoid waste entirely.
  • Do You Offer Impact Reporting? Yes. We provide customized data packages showing volume recovered, emissions avoided, and Scope 3 impact.
  • Do You Operate Nationally? Yes. We currently serve healthcare facilities and manufacturers across the United States.
  • How Can We Get Started? Reach out through our Contact page and we’ll guide you through a simple onboarding and container request process.
  • What If We’re Not Sure If Our Devices Qualify? You may send us a list or photos—However, we accept a wide range of medical waste and have a DOT supported fleet that can transport your material. Please reach out with any questions, if you’re not ready for our services, we will help you find another alternative.
  • Can This Program Be Integrated Into Our CSR Or Sustainability Report? Absolutely. We help partners showcase their environmental leadership with credible, verifiable data for internal and external reporting.