Recycle your portable rechargeable batteries to conserve natural resources, prevent rechargeable batteries from entering the solid waste stream and to protect you and others from potential hazards. Improper disposal can cause potential fire hazards at waste handling facilities and landfills and contaminate water supply.
Portable rechargeable batteries are commonly found in many products including cordless power tools and lawn and garden equipment. The most common recycled portable battery chemistries include: Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd), Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), Lithium Ion (Li-ion), and Small Sealed Lead (Pb) (weighing less than 2 lbs./1 kg.).
Make sure you follow state, local, and federal regulations, as these batteries cannot be disposed of with regular/curbside recycling or trash. Many major retailers in U.S. and Canada have battery recycling collection boxes. For the sites nearest you, visit www.call2recycle.org, call the consumer helpline at 877-723-1297, or use the zipcode lookup tool below.
In addition, please see Industry Guidance on Transporting High Energy Batteries for Recycling.
Revised Fall 2024
