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Can you recycle lithium-ion batteries?
Special drop-off only
Lithium-ion batteries isn’t a curbside item, but it can be handled through a battery drop-off only.
| Goes in | Battery drop-off ONLY |
|---|---|
| Category | 🔌 Electronics & Batteries |
| Verdict | Special |
How to prepare lithium-ion batteries
Tape the terminals and take them to a battery drop-off.
Quick checklist before you bin it
- Tape the terminals and take them to a battery drop-off.
- Confirm acceptance on your city or hauler’s recycling list — rules vary.
- Can’t recycle it locally? Use retail battery take-back stations.
Why?
They spark fires in trucks and sorting plants — never bin them.
Better option
Use retail battery take-back stations.
FAQ: Lithium-ion batteries
Can I put lithium-ion batteries in the curbside recycling bin?
Lithium-ion batteries isn’t a curbside item, but it can be handled through a battery drop-off only.
How should I dispose of lithium-ion batteries?
Battery drop-off ONLY. Tape the terminals and take them to a battery drop-off.
Why isn’t lithium-ion batteries recyclable?
They spark fires in trucks and sorting plants — never bin them.
What can I do with lithium-ion batteries instead?
Use retail battery take-back stations.