How do I dispose of my car battery?

If used battery is hs and you just changed it, keep in mind that you cannot throw away the old battery on your own. Indeed, car batteries are very harmful to the environment. In this article, you'll find everything you need to know about car battery recycling!

?? Where do you dispose of your used car battery?

Made ! You have replaced the old battery with a new one. What to do with the old one now? Here are the places to dispose of the HS battery:

• In the landfill provided that it accepts car batteries;
• You can return the battery to any garage, dealership, auto center, or supermarket that sells batteries. Since 2001, they are obligated to arrange for the recycling of batteries even if you did not buy them from them.

little tip : if you carry used battery in a car, stabilize it, protect it from shock and, if possible, place it in a hard plastic container to avoid leakage. The liquid is very corrosive to the skin, and its vapors are very irritating to your lungs.

🚗 Why should I dispose of my car battery?

The car battery contains plastic, lead and sulfuric acid, chemical materials and components that are very toxic to the environment. The main purpose of disposing of these materials from the battery is to protect the environment. But this is not the only reason to dispose of the used battery:

• If you throw him out, he will subject you to a € 460 fine or even more serious prosecution if it is found to be contaminated!
• If you leave it in a garage, auto center, or dealership, they may even pick it up from you for a small amount, especially if you buy a new one there. But don't expect more than 15 euros in return.

🔧 How is my car battery disposed of?

The three main materials and chemicals in your battery - lead, sulfuric acid and plastic - are recyclable. Here are some small examples of the second life of these materials and components:

• Lead is a classic metal, so it can be completely recycled. Once melted and cleaned of impurities, it can be reused for various purposes, such as in new batteries.
• Sulfuric acid or electrolyte can be repackaged to make soaps, shampoos, or even beauty products.
• The body is made of plastic and this material is now almost completely recyclable after being crushed into small pellets or granules. This plastic can be reused, for example in bottles.

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