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INTERTRADE DIRECT · Environmentally Responsible Disposal

Information on the Battery Act

Important information on the return, disposal, and labeling of batteries and rechargeable batteries.

✓ Dispose of properly ✓ Protect the environment ✓ Conserve resources
Mandatory Consumer Information

Information Pursuant to the Battery Act

Under the Battery Act (BattG), as a distributor of batteries and rechargeable batteries, we are required to bring the following information to our customers’ attention.

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Obligation to Accept Returns

Return and Disposal

Batteries and rechargeable batteries must not be disposed of with household waste. You are legally required to return used batteries and rechargeable batteries.

Used batteries and rechargeable batteries can be returned free of charge at municipal collection points or at local retailers. Batteries that we currently carry or have carried in the past can also be returned to us.
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Labeling

Meaning of the Symbols

You will find a symbol of a crossed-out trash can on batteries and rechargeable batteries. This symbol indicates that batteries and rechargeable batteries must not be disposed of with household trash.

The chemical name of the hazardous substances contained in the battery may appear below the trash can symbol:

Pb Lead
Cd Cadmium
Hg Mercury
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Responsibility

Environmental and Health Protection

Proper return and disposal of batteries and rechargeable batteries protects the environment, conserves valuable resources, and prevents potential health hazards caused by the hazardous substances they contain.
At a Glance

What You Should Keep in Mind

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 Never dispose of batteries and rechargeable batteries in household trash.
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 Take advantage of free return options at collection points or retail stores.
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 Pay attention to labels and hazard symbols on batteries and rechargeable batteries.
Personalized Service

Questions about return or disposal?

We’re happy to provide further information on returning and disposing of batteries and rechargeable batteries.

Email: info@intertrade-direkt.de | Phone: +49 (0) 7131 / 390978-0