With the amount of technology we have on our hands, we have batteries lying around the house. They can be hard to dispose of, and many people don’t know how to handle them safely. We have compiled these disposal tips for discarding batteries correctly. Battery Disposal Information Common Single-Use Batteries These are also known as primary batteries and are extremely common around the house. They are used in items such as remote controls, toys, flashlights, etc. There are no hazardous materials used in the production of these batteries, so that you can throw them in the trash. This disposal is permitted in every state except California. They can also be recycled for their steel, zinc, or manganese. Button Batteries Another type of single-use battery is button batteries, and these are usually used in watches, fitness bands, and toys. These button batteries contain toxic materials, and these should be recycled safely. Some electronic stores have disposal bins for these batteries