Summary of
Requirements Affecting Rechargeable Batteries
Instruction manuals for rechargeable consumer products
containing Ni-Cd batteries must include information regarding the proper
recycling or disposal of the used battery.
Further, a brand name must be affixed to rechargeable batteries or
rechargeable consumer products with non-removable batteries. For more specific information concerning
these requirements, please consult the
Hazardous Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and
transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
Effective July 1, 2006, the law was implemented regarding cellular phone recycling. The new law makes it easier for consumers to recycle used cellular phones. The new law affects cellular phone retailers and consumers.
Collection system: The law requires cellular phone retailers to develop and implement a system for the accep¬tance and collection of used cellular phones for reuse, recycling or proper disposal. It is unlawful for a retailer to sell a cellular phone to a consumer in California unless the retailer is in compliance with the new law.
Disposal ban: Consumers may not dispose of cell phones as regular household hazardous waste.
More information visit: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/03-04/bill/asm/ab_2901-2950/ab_2901_bill_20040929_chaptered.html
Rechargeable
Effective July 1, 2006, retailers who sell small,
non-vehicular rechargeable batteries in the state of
Batteries that must be collected include small, non-vehicular Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd), Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH), Lithium Ion (Li-ion), and Sealed Lead-Acid (Pb) rechargeable batteries, or battery packs containing such batteries.
A retailer is not subject to the requirements of this chapter for the sale of rechargeable batteries that are contained in or packaged with a battery-operated device. Assembly Bill 1125 (2006).
This summary outlines the major provisions and
requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Connecticut’s Rechargeable Battery Management Law
Municipal
collection requirements included in
For
further information about these requirements, please consult the state statute
at Conn. Gen. Stat. Ann. 22a-256.
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL INTERPRETATION
OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF INTERPRETATION
SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Effective
March 7, 1997, municipal solid waste disposal of Ni-Cd
batteries is prohibited. Also effective
March 7, 1997, certain government agencies and industrial, communications and
medical facilities are required to collect and segregate Ni-Cd
batteries for return to the battery supplier or collection facility designated
by the battery or product manufacturer,
By September 7, 1996, cell manufacturers and marketers of rechargeable
Ni-Cd batteries or products powered by these
batteries are required to implement pilot projects for the collection and
transportation of these batteries and products.
RBRC has already implemented its Charge
Up to Recycle! program in the state, and thus has
already met these requirements on behalf of its Licensees and sublicensees.
For
further information about these requirements, please consult the state statute
at Fla. Stat. Ann. 403.7192.
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s “Universal
Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11, 1995. See 60 Fed. Reg. 25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Effective
July 1, 1996, a system or systems for the recycling of Ni-Cd
batteries must be in place. All
“participants in the stream of commerce” relating to such batteries are
individually and collectively responsible for developing and operating the
required system. After July 1, 1996, Ni-Cd batteries may not be solid in
Regulations
which implement
For
more specific information concerning these requirements, please consult the
state statute at Iowa Code Ann. 455D.10A.
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Maine’s
Rechargeable Battery Management Law
In
Manufacturers
of rechargeable batteries are required to establish and maintain a system for
the proper collection, transportation and processing of used Ni-Cd batteries. To
facilitate this requirement, the statute requires that the Maine Waste
Management Agency (MWMA), in cooperation with battery manufacturers,
wholesalers, retailers and others, develop a battery
management plan for Ni-Cd batteries. This Plan was published in November 1993.
For
more specific information concerning these requirements, please consult the
state statute at Me. Rev. Stat. Ann. tit. 38, 2165.
Maine’s Cell Phone Recycling Law
Collection system: Effective January 1, 2008, a retailer shall accept, at no charge, used cellular telephones from any person. A retailer required to accept used cellular telephones under this subsection shall post, in a prominent location open to public view, a notice printed in boldface type and containing the following language: "We accept used cellular telephones at no charge."
Disposal ban: Effective January 1, 2008, a person may not dispose of a cellular telephone in solid waste for disposal in a solid waste disposal facility.
More information: http://janus.state.me.us/legis/ros/lom/LOM123rd/PUBLIC343.asp
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s “Universal
Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11, 1995. See 60 Fed. Reg. 25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Effective
January 1, 1995,
Marketers
also are required to provide a generic notice placard to Ni-Cd
battery and product retailers for in-store display. The placard must contain specified language
that describes the basic requirements of
For
more specific information concerning these requirements, please consult the
state statute at Md. Envir. Code 6-1105.
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS
NOT A LEGAL INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT.
QUESTIONS OF INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL
COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Effective
August 1, 1990, battery manufacturers were required to ensure that a system
exists for the proper collection, transportation and processing of waste Ni-Cd batteries generated by government agencies and
industrial, communications and medical facilities (collectively referred to as
“CIGs”). CIGs, in turn, are prohibited
from disposing of used Ni-Cd batteries in mixed
municipal solid waste. Manufacturers are
required to clearly inform CIG purchasers of the applicable disposal
prohibition and must identify the collection system(s) available to them. A telephone number where battery return
information can be obtained also must be provided to CIGs.
Effective
September 20, 1995, Ni-Cd battery and product
manufacturers were to have implemented permanent collection programs for
non-CIG batteries and products without easily removable batteries. RBRC has implemented the Charge Up to Recycle! program in
Ni-Cd battery manufacturers also must: 1) provide “clear instructions for properly
recharging the battery;” and 2) label the battery with the manufacturer’s
name. Ni-Cd
battery and rechargeable product retailers are required to post informational
point-of-sale signs of no less than 4 x 6 inches in size and containing the
following language:
“ATTENTION
USERS OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES AND CORDLESS PRODUCTS: Under
Hazardous Waste Handling Requirements
for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS
NOT A LEGAL INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE
REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
In
Effective
October 20, 1992, manufacturers were required to develop and submit for
approval comprehensive management programs for the environmentally sound
collection, transportation, recycling or proper disposal of used Ni-Cd batteries. RBRC’s
program has been approved by the New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection (NJDEP) to comply with this requirement.
Retailers,
institutional generators and small quantity generators are required to collect
rechargeable batteries, as follows.
Retailers must, with certain exceptions:
1) accept from customers up to three used household Ni-Cd or SSLA batteries of the same type and size sold by the
retailer; 2) post informational point-of-sale signs containing language
specified by statute and not less than 8-1/2 x 11 inches in size; and 3) conspicuously provide
or maintain, at a convenient location within the retail establishment,
collection boxes or other suitable receptacles into which customers may deposit
used Ni-Cd batteries.
Institutional
and small quantity generators are required to collect and segregate
rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries. In addition, the instruction manual for a
rechargeable consumer product must include information explaining methods to
assure the proper disposal of used Ni-Cd
batteries. For more specific information
concerning these requirements, please consult the state statute at N.J. Stat.
Ann. 13:1E-99.59.
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting Rechargeable
Batteries
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd
batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s “Universal Waste Rule,” as
published in the Federal Register on May 11, 1995. See 60 Fed. Reg. 25492. Thus, in
Beginning
on December 1, 2006, retailers that sell “rechargeable batteries” in
No
later than June 1, 2006, battery manufacturers must submit battery management
plans detailing how they will meet their obligation to arrange and pay for the
collection and recycling of all rechargeable batteries that are returned to
retailers.
Both local retailers and direct sellers
of rechargeable batteries (i.e., catalog, telephone, or internet sales) must
provide for the collection of used batteries.
Smaller food stores that sell rechargeable batteries explicitly are not
required to collect used batteries. Int.
No. 70-A (2005)
Non-compliance
with these requirements is subject to potential civil penalties.
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
Hazardous
Waste Handling Requirements for Used Ni-Cd Batteries
Pursuant
to P.L. 104-142, the collection, storage and transportation of used Ni-Cd batteries is now nationally regulated under EPA’s
“Universal Waste Rule,” as published in the Federal Register on May 11,
1995. See 60 Fed. Reg.
25492. Thus, in
This
summary outlines the major provisions and requirements of 42 U.S.C. 14301 et seeq. HOWEVER, THIS DOCUMENT IS NOT A LEGAL
INTERPRETATION OF THE ACT. QUESTIONS OF
INTERPRETATION SHOULD BE REVIEWED BY YOUR COMPANY LEGAL COUNSEL.
Summary of Requirements Affecting
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries