German Battery Act (BattG) & Battery Disposal Information
Environmental protection and responsible recycling are important components of sustainable battery use. In accordance with the German Battery Act (BattG), customers are legally required to return used batteries and rechargeable batteries for proper recycling and disposal.
Important Information About Battery Disposal
Batteries and rechargeable batteries must not be disposed of in household waste. As an end user, you are legally obligated to return used batteries to designated collection points.
You can return used batteries free of charge at local collection centers, municipal recycling facilities, participating retailers, or directly to AkkuPlus.com by mail.
Proper disposal helps protect the environment and enables valuable materials to be recovered and recycled for future use.
Symbol of the Crossed-Out Wheelie Bin
Batteries containing hazardous substances are marked with the symbol of a crossed-out wheeled bin. This symbol indicates that batteries must not be disposed of with household waste.
Below the symbol, you may find chemical abbreviations identifying hazardous substances:
- Cd = Cadmium
- Pb = Lead
- Hg = Mercury
These substances require special treatment during recycling and disposal processes.
Battery Recycling and Take-Back System
The German battery take-back system ensures that used batteries are collected, sorted, and recycled in an environmentally responsible manner. Recycling helps recover valuable resources and reduces environmental impact.
For additional information regarding Germany's battery recycling system, please visit the official website of the Foundation Joint Take-Back System Batteries (GRS).
Starter Battery Deposit Information
When purchasing a new starter battery without returning an old starter battery at the time of purchase, a mandatory deposit of EUR 7.50 (including VAT) is charged in accordance with German regulations.
The deposit will be refunded after a used starter battery has been returned or when proof of proper disposal has been provided.
How to Receive Your Starter Battery Deposit Refund
If you dispose of your old starter battery at a local collection point, please request written confirmation of disposal.
Send the disposal confirmation together with your bank details or order information by post, fax, or email to:
AkkuPlus
Battery Deposit Department
Hauptstraße 22
35099 Burgwald
Germany
Fax: +49 (0) 6452 9316135
Email: info@akkuplus.de
After verification of your disposal documentation, the battery deposit refund will generally be processed via the payment method used for the original order within approximately 14 days.
Please note that a starter battery deposit can only be refunded if a new starter battery was previously purchased from AkkuPlus.
Returning Used Batteries to AkkuPlus.
Customers wishing to send used batteries directly to AkkuPlus may ship them to the following address:
AkkuPlus
Used Battery Collection
Hauptstraße 22
35099 Burgwald
Germany
Battery Collection Service
For added convenience, AkkuPlus also offers a collection service for used batteries.
Customers are responsible for securely packaging the batteries. Our logistics partner will collect the shipment from the specified location.
A flat service fee of EUR 15.00 applies for this collection service.
Why Proper Battery Disposal Matters
- Protects the environment from hazardous substances
- Supports sustainable recycling of valuable raw materials
- Reduces landfill waste
- Complies with legal requirements under the German Battery Act (BattG)
- Contributes to a circular economy and resource conservation
Frequently Asked Questions
Can batteries be disposed of in household waste?
No. Batteries and rechargeable batteries must never be disposed of in household waste and must be returned to authorized collection points.
What does the crossed-out bin symbol mean?
The symbol indicates that batteries must be collected separately and recycled according to legal regulations.
How much is the starter battery deposit?
The mandatory starter battery deposit is EUR 7.50 including VAT.
How can I receive my battery deposit refund?
Return a used starter battery or provide proof of proper disposal and submit the documentation to AkkuPlus.com.
Can I return used batteries to AkkuPlus.com?
Yes. Used batteries can be returned by mail or collected through our optional battery collection service.
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