Note on battery disposal
The symbol of the crossed-out garbage can on batteries or accumulators means that they must not be disposed of with household waste at the end of their service life. If batteries or accumulators contain mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd) or lead (Pb), you will find the respective chemical symbol below the symbol of the crossed-out garbage can. You are legally obliged to return old batteries and accumulators after use. You can do this for free at a retail store or at another collection point near you. Addresses of suitable collection points can be obtained from your city or local government.
Batteries can contain substances that are harmful to the environment and human health. Particular caution is required due to the special risks involved in handling batteries containing lithium. The separate collection and recycling of old batteries and accumulators is intended to avoid negative effects on the environment and human health.
Please avoid generating waste from old batteries as much as possible, e.g. by giving preference to batteries with a longer lifespan or rechargeable batteries. Please avoid littering public spaces by not leaving batteries or battery-containing electrical and electronic devices lying around. Please explore ways to recycle a battery instead of disposing of it, such as reconditioning or repairing the battery.
Further information on the Battery Act can also be found on the Internet at www.batteriegesetz.de.