Lithium Primary Battery Recycling
No. Small amounts can go to retail drop-off or household hazardous waste sites. Businesses can get scheduled pickup from a certified recycler. Commercial recycling is usually a small per-pound fee.
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Utilities, defense contractors, and oilfield service companies generate industrial lithium primary cells that need specialized collection and DOT packaging.
- Tape terminals of every cell.
- Store in a non-conductive container.
- Keep industrial lithium thionyl chloride cells separate and contact a specialist.
Camera and smoke-detector lithium batteries can go to battery drop boxes and HHW sites.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I recycle lithium primary batteries?
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 lithium primary batteries?
No.
How much does lithium primary battery recycling cost?
Lithium primary batteries are priced per pound and require reactive-material handling. Industrial cells cost more.
What is the difference between lithium and lithium-ion batteries?
Lithium primary batteries are single-use and contain lithium metal. Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable and use lithium compounds. Both need careful recycling.
Are smoke detector batteries recyclable?
Yes. Lithium 9V and AA smoke detector batteries should be taped and taken to a battery drop-off.