Battery manufacturing relies on raw materials such as lead, cobalt, nickel, and lithium. These resources are non-renewable and costly. Recycling helps reduce the need for additional mining and prevents toxic metals from entering the air and landfills, ultimately protecting the environment.
Batteries You Can Recycle
The following batteries can be safely recycled to protect the environment and keep hazardous materials out of landfills.
Nickel Cadmium Batteries
Lithium & Lithium-Ion Batteries
Zinc Carbon Batteries
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
Alkaline Batteries
Nickel Metal Hydride Batteries
Iron Batteries Silver Batteries
AA & AAA Batteries
C Batteries
Why Battery Recycling Matters
State and federal laws require the proper recycling of batteries of all sizes, whether at home or in a business setting. Many batteries contain lead-acid, lithium, or nickel-cadmium, and improper disposal of these materials can pose serious safety hazards.
Note: Failing to comply with regulations could lead to unnecessary fines.
Shipping Restrictions
To ensure the Zero Waste Box system works safely and efficiently, please follow these simple shipping guidelines:
Only send accepted items.
Submitting items outside the approved category can lead to contamination and necessitate additional sorting, thereby increasing processing costs.Avoid sending household hazardous waste.
Kindly do not send the items listed below such as:
Lithium-ion batteries
Pressurized canisters
Pesticides
Oil-based paint
Medical sharps
Organics
Broken glass
Biomedical waste
Soiled diapers
Expired medications.
Note: Avoid sending anything sharp, flammable, reactive, corrosive, ignitable, radioactive, toxic, infectious, or pathogenic.
3. Ensure packages are not leaking.
Remove any excess product before placing items in your Zero Waste Box, Pouch, or Pallet. If you choose to rinse your items, ensure they are completely dry before shipping.