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How to put out small rechargeable batteries (lithium-ion batteries, mobile batteries, etc.)
Last update date October 18, 2023
Small rechargeable batteries are not collected in Yokohama City.
Small rechargeable batteries are batteries used in cordless home appliances and electric bicycles that can be recharged and used repeatedly, and are also called rechargeable batteries. It also includes mobile batteries.
Manufacturers and importers and distributors are obliged to voluntarily collect and recycle small rechargeable batteries, and cannot be sent to collection sites.
JBRC (outside site), which is made up of manufacturers, has installed yellow collection cans (small rechargeable battery recycling boxes) at home electronics retailers, bicycle dealers, home centers, etc., and collects them.
Yellow collection cans are also installed in each ward general government building, collection office, inhabitant of a ward use facility (part), and city hall.
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Collection target: Small rechargeable batteries with a recycling mark (removal from the main unit), mobile battery body
How to put it out: Insulate the battery terminal with tape and put it in a yellow collection can.
※If the built-in small rechargeable battery cannot be removed from the small home appliances.。
※Expanded or damaged items are not eligible for collection.
Please consult your Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau office for information on how to put out the expanded or damaged items.
○How to put out small rechargeable batteries
※Batteries that can be recovered are limited to those manufactured by JBRC member companies.
※Electric bicycle batteries are limited to collection destinations such as bicycle dealers, ward offices, and collection offices.
For inquiries to this page
Resources and Waste Recycling Bureau Waste Management Department Business Division
Phone: 045-671-3819
Phone: 045-671-3819
Fax: 045-662-1225
Email address: sj-gyomu@city.yokohama.jp
Page ID: 517-900-572