Portable battery retailer take-back
Large battery sellers provide free collection points for portable household batteries.
UK-wide · take-back
Visit the Portable battery retailer take-back websiteWhat the service offers
- Collection points at qualifying retailers
- Free portable battery drop-off
- No purchase needed
How to use this service
Take loose portable batteries to a marked shop collection point. Ask staff if the collection bin is not visible.
Eligibility and charges
- Who can use it
- The duty applies to retailers that sell or supply at least 32 kg of portable batteries each year.
Items linked to this service
The provider sets its own condition and collection rules. Check its website before you arrange a service.
Find a local recycling point
A nearby council site or drop-off point may also accept these items.
Other recycling and reuse services
Questions about Portable battery retailer take-back
- How do I use Portable battery retailer take-back?
- Take loose portable batteries to a marked shop collection point. Ask staff if the collection bin is not visible.
- Where is Portable battery retailer take-back available?
- UK-wide. The provider can limit coverage by postcode, store, item or collection route, so check your address on its website.
- Which items are linked to Portable battery retailer take-back?
- This guide links 2 item types to the service. The provider sets the final condition, size and acceptance rules.
- Does Portable battery retailer take-back charge a fee?
- This record does not confirm a charge. Check the provider website before you arrange the service.
Sources for this guide
- Battery waste: retailer and distributor responsibilities
GOV.UK · Reviewed 14 August 2026