Lead Acid Battery Recycling
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%.
Used lead batteries from cars, motorcycles, boats, emergency lighting, and air conditioners are hazardous waste and can be disposed of at Kimbriki.
Kimbriki accepts any battery that has lead plates, whether it be liquid or gel acid filled (shows a Pb symbol). Lead acid batteries will show a symbol on the casing (Looks like a bin with an X through it). If in doubt, and the symbol is not visible, we will not accept.
How to Recycle your Lead Acid Batteries at Kimbriki?
- Place carefully on pallet in an upright position.
- Stack a maximum of 2 high on the pallet.
- Lead batteries must include the Pb symbol.
What happens to the Lead Acid Batteries when Recycled?
Nearly 97% of the lead acid battery is recycled, with just 3% disposed to landfill. In Australia the recycling process is strictly controlled by state environmental regulations which help ensure that the recycling facilities have minimal impact on the environment and health of their workers and public.
The battery is broken apart to separate its components (lead, metallic plates, connectors, plastics, and acid electrolyte). The acid is drained from the battery and the reclaimed lead is smelted and refined for use in new batteries.
