Disposing Hazardous & Dangerous Materials
Recycling Right isn’t just about diverting materials from the landfill, it’s also about keeping our communities safe. Many materials that we use every day can turn into dangerous combustibles when placed in the trash. Please see below to learn more about the materials you should NEVER place in the trash.
Batteries
Household batteries (C, D, AA, AAA, etc.) should be disposed of at a household hazardous waste (HHW) disposal site or if offered in your area, placed in a plastic bag and left on top of your recycling cart. Never place batteries in trash, recycling or organics carts.
Lithium batteries, commonly found in cell phones and other electronic devices must be disposed of at a household hazardous waste facility.
Lithium batteries are extremely dangerous and can cause high temperature fire flareups when crushed.
How to Dispose Batteries
Stockton Residents may recycle batteries (AAA, AA, B, C, D, small button batteries including rechargeable and cell phone batteries) on their regular collection day. Place batteries in a plastic bag and seal the bag closed. Place the sealed bag on top of your recycle cart.
Lodi and San Joaquin unincorporated, Batteries, Fluorescent Bulbs & Electronics – Call 209-468-3066 to recycle. OR
HHW drop-off
San Joaquin County HHW Facility
7850 R.A. Bridgeford Street, Stockton
Open Thursday through Sunday
Next E-waste event is September 6, 2025, at the Lodi Transfer Station, 1333 E. Turner Rd., form 9 am – 2 pm.
More information, visit San Joaquin County website.
Safety Alert
Remember to remove batteries from any cordless electronic equipment before disposal. A flashlight, portable radio and other like devices should have batteries removed before disposal at a household hazardous waste facility for disposal.
