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Power Tool Battery Recycling in Boston, MA

Quick answer

No. Small amounts in Boston, MA can go to retail drop-off or household hazardous waste sites. Businesses can get scheduled pickup from a certified recycler. Depending on chemistry and volume, recycling can cost a little or pay a little.

ChemistryLithium-ion
Typical weight1.3 lbs / pack
Fire / handling risk

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Trash legal in MA? No

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Massachusetts rules

Businesses in Massachusetts must determine which waste rules apply to their batteries. Hazardous waste batteries may qualify for universal waste management under 40 CFR Part 273; spent lead-acid batteries sent for reclamation have another federal management option. Confirm container, labeling, accumulation, and shipping requirements with Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and your recycler.

Lithium battery shipments have DOT packaging and transport requirements that depend on size, condition, and shipment type. Damaged batteries require special handling; confirm arrangements with a qualified recycler before shipping.

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Prep for pickup
  1. Leave the pack sealed and do not disassemble it.
  2. Tape over the contacts.
  3. Pack loosely in a non-metal bin away from scrap metal.
Recovered
28NiNickel
27CoCobalt
25MnManganese
3LiLithium
29CuCopper
Just a few at home?

Home improvement stores have rechargeable battery drop boxes that take power tool packs.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I recycle power tool batteries in Boston, MA?

Small quantities can go to retail drop-off points and household hazardous waste facilities. Businesses can request pickup from a certified recycler through Rebattr.

Can I throw away power tool batteries in Massachusetts?

No.

How much does power tool battery recycling cost?

Usually free at retail drop-offs. Contractors and rental companies with large volumes can get scheduled pickups.

Can I recycle a power tool battery at a hardware store?

Most home improvement stores have rechargeable battery drop-off bins. Tape the contacts first.

What if my tool battery is damaged?

Do not put it in a drop-off bin. Isolate it in a non-flammable container and contact a recycler that handles damaged lithium batteries.

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