Car Battery Recycling in Maine
No. Small amounts in Maine can go to retail drop-off or household hazardous waste sites. Businesses can get scheduled pickup from a certified recycler. Recyclers usually pay for these by weight.
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Maine was an early adopter of rechargeable battery take-back requirements and restricts disposal of rechargeable and mercury-containing batteries.
Businesses in Maine must determine which waste rules apply to their batteries. Hazardous waste batteries may qualify for universal waste management under 40 CFR Part 273; spent lead-acid batteries sent for reclamation have another federal management option. Confirm container, labeling, accumulation, and shipping requirements with Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and your recycler.
- Keep them upright and cap the terminals.
- Store on a pallet or spill tray out of the weather.
- Isolate any leaking batteries in an acid-resistant tub.
Most auto parts stores will take your old car battery for free and refund the core charge when you buy a new one.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I recycle car batteries in Maine?
Small quantities can go to retail drop-off points and household hazardous waste facilities. Businesses can request pickup from a certified recycler through Rebattr.
Can I throw away car batteries in Maine?
No.
How much does car battery recycling cost?
Car batteries have scrap value. Shops and fleets with stacks of used batteries can usually get free pickup and a per-battery or per-pound rebate.
How much is a used car battery worth?
Scrap value moves with lead prices. A single battery is worth a few dollars at a scrap yard, and businesses moving pallets get better per-pound rates.
What is a core charge?
A refundable deposit added when you buy a new car battery. You get it back when you return the old battery, which keeps them out of landfills.