Consumers are invited to use our drop-off network to recycle at no cost. We also have pay-as-you-go collection kits in our online store for people or organizations who want to collect and recycle batteries. Organizations that recycle directly with Call2Recycle may be subject to fees, depending on the services they select.

Call2Recycle encourages you to bag and tape all batteries because it is often difficult to identify specific chemistries. The U.S. DOT requires certain battery terminals be bagged or taped prior to transportation. This avoids possible sparking when the terminals come into contact.

• Primary (Alkaline, carbon zinc): greater than 12V
• Primary (Lithium, button, coin cell): all
• Rechargeable (Nickel Cadmium, Nickel Metal Hydride, Nickel Zinc): greater than 9V
• Rechargeable: (Lithium-Ion or SSLA/PB): all

If you run out of Call2Recycle bags, you can use clear plastic bags, ...

We currently collect and recycle rechargeable and single-use batteries weighing less than 11 lbs. (5 kg) and cellphones. We do not accept wet-cell or car batteries.  If you have larger batteries to recycle, contact Customer Service at 1.877.723.1297 to make special arrangements.

Our drop-off locator can help you quickly find the nearest location in the U.S. and Canada. These locations include major retailers such as Best Buy, The Home Depot, Lowe’s and Staples. On the go? Visit our mobile website.

Battery recycling is easy. Simply collect your used household batteries (and cellphones in the U.S.) and check our drop-off locator to find the closest Call2Recycle collection site in the U.S. and Canada. There is no cost to recycle. Click here for a step-by-step guide.