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Batteries: Descriptions and Disposal


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Type
Description
Common Uses
Disposal
Alkaline The most commonly used and recognized batteries. They are nonhazardous, nonrecyclable and nonrechargeable. Flashlights, Clocks, Toys, Fire Detectors
Trash
Carbon Zinc Often considered professional grade and labeled: General Purpose, Heavy Duty or Classic. They are nonhazardous, nonrecyclable and nonrechargeable. Flashlights, Remote Controls, Portable Electronics, Electronic Calculators
Trash
Sealed Lead-Acid They are hazardous (lead). They are recyclable and rechargeable. Motorized Vehicles, Motorized Equipment Return to the Retailer for Recycling, Deliver to Solid Waste Transfer Site
Nickel Cadmium Often labeled: Ni-Cd. They are hazardous (cadmium), recyclable and rechargeable. Cordless Tools, Cell Phones Household hazardous waste collection or Rechargeable Battery Recycling Program.
Nickel Metal Mydride Often labeled: NiMH. They are nonhazardous, recyclable and rechargeable. Cordless Tools, Notebook PCs Household hazardous waste collection or Rechargeable Battery Recycling Program.
Mercuric Oxide They are hazardous (mercury). They are typically button shaped with a cross in the center. They are recyclable, but are nonrechargeable. Hearing Aides, Detectors Household hazardous waste collection or Rechargeable Battery Recycling Program.
Silver Oxide They are hazardous (silver). They are typically button shape with no markings. They are recyclable, but are nonrechargeable. Watches, Calculators Household hazardous waste collection or Rechargeable Battery Recycling Program.
Zinc Air They are usually button size and can be identified by a pin hole in the bottom. They are nonhazardous, nonrecyclable and nonrechargeable. Hearing Aides
Trash
Lithium - Ion They are often labeled Li-Ion. They are nonhazardous, rechargeable and recyclable. Watches, Cameras, Calculators Household hazardous waste collection or Rechargeable Battery Recycling Program.

 

Storing Your Batteries

Store batteries in a vented, nonmetal container.
Do not place an airtight lid on the container, because gases that normally vent from batteries may be trapped, creating a potentially dangerous situation.
Label battery storage containers with the words, Batteries for Recycling or Hazardous Waste Batteries.
Inspect battery containers regularly to ensure that they are not leaking or broken.

 
 

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