Disposal of used batteries#
The user is lawfully obligated to return unusable batteries. Disposal of used batteries through household waste is prohibited! Batteries which contain dangerous substances are labelled with a picture of crossed out trash bin. The symbol means that this product may not be disposed through household waste.
Hint
Bellow the symbol, the dangerous substance is indicated with an abbreviation:
- Cd:
cadmium
- Hg:
quicksilver
- Pb:
lead
Unusable batteries can be returned free of charge at appropriate collection points of your waste disposal company or at shops that sell batteries. By doing so, you fulfil your legal responsibilities and help protect the environment.