How to get rid of batteries in Corona, CA

Last updated: November 4, 2026

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Put household batteries and old cell phones in a clear plastic bag on top of your recycling cart on your service day. No appointment needed. For auto batteries, use the Riverside County household hazardous waste drop-off event held in Corona.

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Household (AA, AAA, 9V): AA, AAA, C, D and 9V batteries go in a see-through plastic bag on top of your recycling cart on your service day. WM picks them up, and you don't need to schedule.
Lithium-ion & rechargeable: Rechargeable and specialty batteries (alkaline, nickel, silver, mercury) go in the same clear-bag pickup. Embedded batteries, electric vehicle, e-bike and e-scooter batteries, and lithium automotive batteries are not accepted.
Car (lead-acid): Auto batteries are accepted at the County of Riverside's free household hazardous waste drop-off events at 400 S. Vicentia Ave., Corona (held twice a year; the last 2026 event was Oct. 24-25). See RCWater.org/hhw for other sites.
Fire safety / packing: Use a see-through plastic bag and set it on top of the recycling cart.
Drop-off: The County of Riverside holds free HHW drop-off events in Corona twice a year at 400 S. Vicentia Ave. See RCWater.org/hhw.
Tip: Questions: [email protected].

Official source: www.coronaca.gov

Helpful supplies

Electrical terminal tape — Covering battery terminals helps keep loose batteries from sparking while you store or carry them to a drop-off.
Battery storage case — Keeps used batteries sorted and separated until your next drop-off trip.
Fireproof lithium battery bag — Holds lithium-ion and power-tool batteries safely while you wait for a drop-off day.
Car battery carrier strap — Makes a heavy lead-acid battery easier to carry and keeps it upright.
Acid-resistant gloves — Protects your hands when handling a car battery.

General tips from official sources

To prevent fires from lithium-ion batteries, tape battery terminals and/or place batteries in separate plastic bags, and never put them in household garbage or recycling bins. (www.epa.gov)
Batteries can have enough energy to injure or start fires even when used and when they appear to be discharged. (www.epa.gov)
Lead-acid (car) batteries may contain up to 18 pounds of lead and about a gallon of corrosive sulfuric acid. Return them to a battery retailer or a household hazardous waste collection program. (www.epa.gov)
Removable rechargeable batteries can go to specialized battery recyclers, participating retailers that offer battery take-back, or local household hazardous waste programs. (www.epa.gov)

FAQ

How do I get rid of batteries in Corona?

Can I throw AA, AAA or 9-volt batteries in the trash in Corona?

AA, AAA, C, D and 9V batteries go in a see-through plastic bag on top of your recycling cart on your service day. WM picks them up, and you don't need to schedule.

What do I do with lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries in Corona?

Rechargeable and specialty batteries (alkaline, nickel, silver, mercury) go in the same clear-bag pickup. Embedded batteries, electric vehicle, e-bike and e-scooter batteries, and lithium automotive batteries are not accepted.

How do I get rid of a car battery in Corona?

Auto batteries are accepted at the County of Riverside's free household hazardous waste drop-off events at 400 S. Vicentia Ave., Corona (held twice a year; the last 2026 event was Oct. 24-25). See RCWater.org/hhw for other sites.

How should I pack batteries for disposal?

Use a see-through plastic bag and set it on top of the recycling cart.

Where can I drop off batteries in Corona?

The County of Riverside holds free HHW drop-off events in Corona twice a year at 400 S. Vicentia Ave. See RCWater.org/hhw.