Disposable batteries are those batteries we use in everyday items such as clocks, torches, smoke alarms and children's toys.
These are not classed as a hazardous waste in New Zealand because they have been manufactured free from toxic heavy metals such as mercury for a number of years now. It’s okay to dispose of small quantities of these batteries with your household waste. For larger quantities, some commercial operators offer a service that involves encapsulating the batteries in concrete so no leaching occurs, and disposing to landfill.