At iFixit, we want you to use and recycle batteries safely and responsibly. We are obliged to draw your attention to the provisions of the EU Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 concerning the distribution of batteries or the delivery of devices containing batteries.
Safe use of batteries
- Only use batteries with the products they are designed for.
- Keep batteries away from heat, direct sunlight, and flames.
- Do not open, crush, or expose batteries to water.
- Store batteries out of reach of children.
Batteries that contain hazardous substances are labeled with the symbol of the "crossed-out" wheeled recycling bin.
The labelling for hazardous substances is provided next to the recycling bin symbol:
- Pb = battery contains lead of more than 0.004 percent by weight.
- Cd = battery contains cadmium of more than 0.002 percent by weight.
- Hg = battery contains mercury of more than 0.0005 percent by weight.
Returning used or damaged batteries
- Used batteries can be returned free of charge at official collection points in all EU countries.
- These collection boxes are usually found at retail stores, recycling centers, and municipal waste facilities.
- Do not dispose of batteries in household waste — it harms the environment and is prohibited by law.
- As a merchant we are obligated to accept returned batteries. You may return used batteries to us free-of-charge to the following address: iFixit GmbH, Sigmaringer Straße 260, 70597 Stuttgart, Germany. Make sure your shipment has sufficient postage.
Damaged batteries can't be shipped. Please don't send them back to us, instead return them to an authorized collection point in your area.
A battery is damaged if it is
- swollen,
- punctured,
- overheated,
- leaking,
- or visibly damaged.
Find more information on what to do with a swollen battery here.
Belgium
We are a participant at Bebat, an environmental organization specializing in collecting, reusing and recycling of batteries.
You can find everything you need to know about batteries, including the Bebat collection points here.
Luxembourg
We are a member at ecobatterien, a non-profit organization that supports the obligations of battery producers.
They provide a Practical Guide to Batteries, an overview on Recycling and Administrative Fees and general information on battery use and recycling here.
Learn more
We have collected more details about how to recycle end-of-life electronics and local recycling schemes here.
