LEAD ACID
BATTERY
RECYCLING
Protect Australian environment and keep toxic lead and acid out of landfills. Safely drop off your used automotive batteries at Battery Planet.
We Are Proud To Be Part Of Creating A Safer And Environmentally Sustainable Used Lead Acid Battery Recycling Industry
Almost every car and truck has at least one Lead Acid or Sealed Lead (SLA) battery in it, and so do motorbikes and boats. 96% of these batteries can be recycled to make new batteries. Lead is one of the most recycled materials in the world and the main source of secondary lead is from lead acid battery recycling, with global recycling rates estimated at around 95%. However due to the toxic nature of lead and corrosive battery acid used in them, Lead Acid Batteries have to be recycled carefully. At Battery Planet we have a tried and tested recycling program to ensure all used batteries are recycled properly.
Lead Recovered
97% of lead is recovered and remelted to manufacture brand new batteries.
100% Free Drop-Off
No fee, no disposal charges. Completely free drop-off for consumers and businesses.
Acid Neutralised
Corrosive sulfuric acid is safely neutralized into water or converted into sodium sulfate.
Plastics Recycled
Polypropylene casing is washed, melted, and re-extruded into brand new battery boxes.
Recycling FAQs
Can I put my old battery in my home bins?
No! Lead Acid Batteries shouldn’t be put in home recycling or waste bins. The lead and acid contained in them will contaminate other recycled materials. This will make the entire contents of your recycling bin un-recyclable, and it will all end up in landfill.
Where can I take my old battery to be recycled properly?
Your old batteries can be dropped off for free at our Battery Planet store located at Unit 11/133 Elgar Rd, Derrimut VIC 3026. You can also call us on 03 7300 8300 to check availability and drop-off hours.
How much does recycling cost?
Nothing! Your used lead acid battery will be recycled by Battery Planet completely free.
Can I re-use my old battery?
No. Automotive batteries contain lead, acid and lead compounds, all of which are considered harmful to humans. Battery Planet and our recycling partners are able to recycle these materials safely.
What happens to my old battery?
The constituent materials (metal, plastics, chemicals) are separated when the battery is broken down, and then re-processed and used in the manufacture of new batteries and other components. 97% of lead from used Lead Acid Batteries can be recovered and reused via this process.
Will my battery be reconditioned?
No! Reconditioned batteries are unreliable at best and dangerous at worst. Battery Planet will NEVER recondition any used battery dropped off at our stores. All used batteries go into our certified recycling program.
Drop Off Your Spent Batteries At Battery Planet
Bring in your old car, 4WD, truck, motorbike, boat, or solar deep cycle lead-acid batteries. We accept walk-in drop-offs with zero cost.
Derrimut VIC 3026, Australia
