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Batteries, flashlight
These batteries are also typically used in toys, radios, remote controls, and flashlights. They are the AAA, AA, C, D, 9-volt, long life C and D cells.
Reuse
Currently, there is no reuse option available for this item.
Recycle
Currently, there is no recycle option available for this item.
Disposal
Non-rechargeable household batteries are not considered hazardous and may be put in with your trash.
Battery, Auto or Car
This material is hazardous waste and must be disposed of properly. This item cannot be placed with your waste for pickup.
Reuse
Currently, there is no reuse option available for this item
Recycle
Your garage or dealer should accept it. Or, go to autozone.com for the nearest AutoZone store.
Disposal
This material is hazardous waste and cannot be placed with trash. Hazardous waste is accepted at Westchester County's Household Material Recovery Facility (H-MRF) located on the Grasslands Campus at 15 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY. Schedule a drop-off time here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/h-mrf-reservation
The County periodically holds a Household Recycling Day on a weekend at FDR Park in Yorktown Heights. Most of the materials accepted at the H-MRF are also accepted on these days. More information here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/news/2583-household-material-reco...
Battery, Button Cell
Button cell batteries are most typically found in cameras, hearing aid devices and wristwatches. They are small, thin, and round.
This material is hazardous waste and must be disposed of properly. This item cannot be placed with your waste for pickup.
Reuse
Currently, there is no reuse option available for this item.
Recycle
These batteries contain hazardous materials. They are accepted at Westchester County's Household Materials Recovery Facility. H-MRF is located on the Grasslands Campus: 15 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY. Schedule a drop-off time here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/h-mrf-reservation
The County periodically holds a Household Recycling Day on a weekend at FDR Park in Yorktown Heights. Most of the materials accepted at the H-MRF are also accepted on these days. More information here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/news/2583-household-material-reco...
Disposal
You may bring button cell batteries to one of the following stores where they will be disposed of properly: Home Depot, Staples, or CVS. Do not put these batteries in the trash.
Battery, Non-Rechargeable (Alkaline)
These batteries are typically used in toys, radios, remote controls, and flashlights. They are the AAA, AA, C, D, 9-volt, long life C, and long life D cells.
Reduce/Reuse
Currently, there is no reuse option available for this item.
Recycle
Currently, there is no recycle option available for this item.
Disposal
These batteries do not contain hazardous chemicals and should be disposed of in the regular trash. (Rechargeable batteries and button batteries are considered hazardous waste and must be disposed of differently.)
Battery, Rechargeable
Rechargeable batteries are commonly found in cordless power tools, cell phones, video cameras, laptop computers, digital cameras, radio-controlled toys, and portable computers. Types include nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd), nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH), lithium ion (Li-ion), and small sealed lead acid.
This material is hazardous waste and must be disposed of properly. This item cannot be placed with your waste for pickup.
Reuse
Currently, there is no reuse option available for this item.
Recycle
Rechargeable batteries can be recycled at Westchester County's Household Materials Recovery Facility. H-MRF is located on the Grasslands Campus: 15 Woods Road, Valhalla, NY. Schedule a drop-off time here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/h-mrf-reservation
The County periodically holds a Household Recycling Day on a weekend at FDR Park in Yorktown Heights. Most of the materials accepted at the H-MRF are also accepted on these days. More information here: https://environment.westchestergov.com/news/2583-household-material-reco...
Alternatively, you may bring rechargeable batteries to the following locations, where they will be disposed of properly: Home Depot, Staples, or CVS.
Disposal
Most consumer products using rechargeable batteries have been designed to allow easy battery removal for proper disposal and recycling. If the battery cannot be removed, the entire product may be brought to the H-MRF (see "Recycle")