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Hazardous Waste Updated 2026-08-25 Machida City

Rechargeable Battery / Machida City

TL;DR

Rechargeable Battery is classified as "Hazardous Waste" in Machida City.

How to dispose 3 STEPS
  1. 1 Remove the battery from the product
  2. 2 Insulate the metal parts with vinyl tape (keep the recycle mark visible)
  3. 3 Put in the brown battery basket at the collection point on hazardous waste (battery) day
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Basic Info Quick Facts

Category Hazardous Waste
Pickup Day Check See the steps below and the calendar
Fee Free / bring-in Depends on method
Booking Special pickup Designated point

Details & How-to

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Rechargeable Battery is classified as Hazardous Waste.

Disposal Steps

  1. Remove the battery from the product
  2. Insulate the metal parts with vinyl tape (keep the recycle mark visible)
  3. Put in the brown battery basket at the collection point on hazardous waste (battery) day

Important Notes

Collection schedules and sorting rules may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

  • 膨張・破損している電池は回収できない場合があります

Disposal Method Comparison

Method Cost Effort Speed
Municipal Low/Free Medium Slow
Pickup High Low Fast
Recycle Free+ Medium Medium
Flea market Free+ High Slow

Official Info & Contact

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Machida City Contact

Contact
Muni. Machida City Tokyo
Dept. Citizen Services Division 📞 042-722-3111
Official Official website Check for latest info
Category Hazardous Waste

Official Sources

Primary Source
Disclaimer This article is based on official information from Machida City, but may differ from current rules. Verify on the official website before disposing. See our Editorial Policy and Terms of Use.
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