Ha, first thing that came to mind, was observing a guy that just exited from Calif. DMV
(Motor vehicles); He must have been stressed, to the max, inside the place, literally PACKED to the gills with folks waiting for turn at counters with an agent. The dude had the thing going on step #3 as he exited the place. Hope that was only tobacco, there, as there are Cannabis extract vapes also.
In California, some THC containing products are sold, and I've noticed that various underprivileged folks gravitate to the small shops, in order to make a living as employee...when perhaps some major conviction and lack of quality education precludes more formal work. So they view that as an alternative work or business option.
Anyway, it certainly would make sense, to get collection of the used parts for re-extracting lithium, for one example. In future years, many valuable minerals will, essentially be forced into modes of sales that ensure proper recycling...if not also proper waste isolation (and long-term storage.)
God help us, if somebody figures out a route for including Fentanyl as a potentially deadly ingredient, (if not already!).