Industrial batteries contain lead and sulfuric acid, which are both considered
“hazardous substances.” If batteries are improperly disposed of, for example, thrown
in the trash or illegally dumped, these substances can eventually leak out and
contaminate the surrounding soil and groundwater supply.

It is a federal law to properly dispose of lead-acid batteries once they can no longer be
used. Once a battery is purchased, full liability and responsibility lies on the owner to
dispose of the battery.

The law says that responsibility is still on the owner if the battery is disposed of
improperly by dumping in a landfill, or shipping to a scrap dealer who does not
handle it properly and in which environmental damage occurs.

It is illegal to dispose of batteries in any way other than ”thermal recovery” or
recycling of the hazardous substances in batteries according to the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA).

The Department of Transportation (DOT) has strict guidelines for the shipping of
hazardous materials, which result in large fines if they are not followed.

Check with your local ordinances for proper disposal procedures.

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