Batteries disposal in New York
What New York says to do with batteries, read off New York State DEC's own page on 2026-08-19.
New York's rechargeable battery law makes it illegal to throw covered rechargeable batteries in the trash and requires retailers that sell them to take them back — common single-use alkaline batteries are not covered by the law. Read from New York State DEC · checked 2026-08-19
To prevent fires from lithium-ion batteries, tape battery terminals and/or place batteries in separate plastic bags and never put these batteries in household garbage or recycling bins (US EPA).
It is illegal for any person to throw covered rechargeable batteries in the trash (NYSDEC).
Where to take it
Sites are listed in the Extended Producer Responsibility for Rechargeable Batteries drop-off site finder.
The statute New York cites is Environmental Conservation Law Article 27, Title 18.
Counties differ — verify with your local program.
All 50 states: Can you throw away batteries? — the federal baseline, what happens to it, and every state's rule with the page it was read from.