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How to properly dispose of lithium-ion batteries

Last updated: October 3, 2024

Lithium-ion batteries (small rechargeable batteries) and products containing them are a fire hazard! Recycle computers and small home appliances correctly!

Lithium-ion batteries are used in many rechargeable small home appliances (mobile batteries, handy fans, electric toothbrushes, heated cigarettes, etc.). Lithium-ion batteries can generate intense heat and catch fire if excessive force is applied to them, which is extremely dangerous. In recent years, fires in garbage trucks and recycling processing facilities have been rapidly increasing. When disposing of small rechargeable home appliances that are no longer needed, please dispose of and recycle them correctly to avoid any danger.


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Points to prevent fire

(1) When disposing of rechargeable home appliances, carefully check the product's instruction manual.
(2) When disposing of unnecessary items, carefully check how to separate the garbage.
Note: Computers and small home appliances contain useful metals. We ask all citizens and businesses to recycle appropriately based on the Small Home Appliance Recycling Law.

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Inagi City Urban Environment Development Department Living Environment Division Phone: 042-378-2111