Batteries should not be disposed of in general household waste, instead, they should be collected separately to ensure the correct treatment and recycling of the substances they contain. Battery recycling ensures the recovery of these materials and prevents any potentially harmful effects on both the environment and human health.
How Halfords can help you with recycling batteries
We want to make it easier for everyone to recycle their batteries. Speak with our colleagues who will help place these in our correct bins. This service is free of charge and can be used even if no purchase is made. This is in addition to our well-established collection and recycling of lead acid car batteries.
Batteries are identified with a crossed out wheeled bin symbol. Underneath this symbol there will be a chemical symbol, if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury (Hg) or more than 0.002% cadmium (Cd) or 0.004% lead (Pb).
Individual button cells are not marked. However a 1cm x 1cm crossed out wheeled bin and the appropriate chemical symbol can be found on the back of the packaging.
Further Info
Halfords is a member of the Ecosurety UK Batteries Compliance Scheme and make a financial contribution to cover the costs of recycling these domestic batteries.
Halfords is registered as a producer of batteries in the UK. Our producer registration number is BPRN00698.
Did you know?
- 600 million household batteries are thrown away each year equating to 22,000 tons.
- Batteries contain hazardous chemicals including acids and heavy metals such as lead and mercury.
- When sent to landfill, they can break down and leak causing harm to the environment and wildlife.
Types of batteries
- Lithium-ion (li-ion) batteries: mobile phones, laptops, hand held electronics, powertools, e-bikes, e-scooters
- Alkaline and carbon zinc batteries: cameras, toys, watches, hand held electronics
- Lead acid gel batteries: wheelchairs, portable tools, ride on electric toys
Benefits of recycling
- Helps to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill each year.
- Helps to reduce the demand for raw metals required each year and preserve resources.
- Helps to increase the UK's overall collection of household batteries.
- Helps to reduce the possible risks to the environment and wildlife.