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Alkaline Battery Disposal

 You can either recycle or simply throw away alkaline batteries. Since 1996, most alkaline batteries are made of relatively non-hazardous materials so they can be thrown right in the trash. Depending on where you live, some towns, cities, or states may still require alkaline batteries to be treated as hazardous waste and should be disposed of accordingly. Check the internet for information on how to dispose of batteries in your area.

If you're not throwing alkaline batteries directly into the trash and instead are recycling them, it's important to follow a few key steps to recycle safely.

To reduce the risk of rupture, leakage, or fire, store used or dead alkaline batteries in a non-conductive plastic or cardboard container.

Even better, store old batteries in the original packaging if you still have it. It was made specifically for the batteries and is a sound, safe way to store the batteries before disposing of them.

9V Alkaline Battery Disposal

Can be dangerous to store together before disposal or when simply tossed into a junk drawer for storage. The positive and negative posts on a 9V battery are very close together. If a metal object touches the two posts, it can cause a short circuit that can generate enough heat to start a fire.

To ensure greater safety, cover the negative and positive posts with duct, electrical, or masking tape.

For maximum safety, it's a good idea to individually bag particularly hazardous batteries, like 9V alkaline batteries, before disposing of them.

If you have a considerable amount of alkaline batteries that you need to dispose of, you may be able to drop them off for recycling at a local recycling center, electronics retailer, or community center. If you're still not sure where to get rid of a collection of used or dead batteries,