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How to get rid of batteries in Huntington Beach, CA
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Batteries are household hazardous waste and may not go in the trash. Huntington Beach residents drop HHW off free at the Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center in Huntington Beach.
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- Household (AA, AAA, 9V)
- Batteries are listed HHW. Trash containing HHW will not be collected. Drop off free at the OC HHW center.
- Lithium-ion & rechargeable
- Treat rechargeable and lithium batteries as HHW — take them to the OC HHW Collection Center, not the cart.
- Car (lead-acid)
- Automotive fluids are listed HHW at the same center; ask staff about automotive batteries when you arrive or call the County.
- Fire safety / packing
- Do not put batteries in trash, recycling or organics carts.
- Drop-off
- Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center, 17121 Nichols Lane, Gate 6, Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; closed Sundays, Mondays, holidays and when raining. County info: (714) 834-4000. Business waste not accepted.
- Tip
- The center is run with Republic Services and is free for residents.
Official source: huntingtonbeachca.gov
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 Huntington Beach?
Batteries are household hazardous waste and may not go in the trash. Huntington Beach residents drop HHW off free at the Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center in Huntington Beach.
Can I throw AA, AAA or 9-volt batteries in the trash in Huntington Beach?
Batteries are listed HHW. Trash containing HHW will not be collected. Drop off free at the OC HHW center.
What do I do with lithium-ion and rechargeable batteries in Huntington Beach?
Treat rechargeable and lithium batteries as HHW — take them to the OC HHW Collection Center, not the cart.
How do I get rid of a car battery in Huntington Beach?
Automotive fluids are listed HHW at the same center; ask staff about automotive batteries when you arrive or call the County.
How should I pack batteries for disposal?
Do not put batteries in trash, recycling or organics carts.
Where can I drop off batteries in Huntington Beach?
Orange County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center, 17121 Nichols Lane, Gate 6, Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; closed Sundays, Mondays, holidays and when raining. County info: (714) 834-4000. Business waste not accepted.