Lithium-Ion Battery Collection in Johannesburg, Germiston & South Africa

Yes, we provide free collection services for bulk quantities of lithium-ion batteries (50+ units) across South Africa. For smaller quantities, batteries can be dropped off at our Germiston facility. Our certified dangerous goods transport ensures safe, compliant collection from Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, and nationwide.

We collect all types of lithium-ion batteries including mobile phone and smartphone batteries, laptop and tablet batteries, electric vehicle (EV) batteries, solar energy system batteries, power tool batteries, UPS and backup power batteries, e-bike and e-scooter batteries, medical device batteries, and industrial lithium-ion applications. All batteries are handled according to UN3480/UN3481 regulations.

Yes, our lithium-ion battery collection service is fully compliant with South African dangerous goods regulations (SANS 10228), UN3480/UN3481 international standards, and NEMWA environmental requirements. We use certified Class 9 dangerous goods packaging, trained transport personnel, and provide complete documentation for all collections.

Damaged, swollen, or potentially hazardous lithium-ion batteries require special handling procedures. We use UN-specification packaging designed for damaged batteries, apply thermal runaway prevention measures, provide fire-resistant containment systems, and ensure prompt safe transport to prevent incidents. Our technicians are trained in hazardous battery handling protocols.

Eco Recycling is based at 6 Knights Road, Germiston, Gauteng, giving us fast turnaround for collections across Johannesburg, Pretoria and greater Gauteng, with nationwide collection available for bulk quantities.

Our lithium-ion battery transport follows strict safety protocols: UN-certified dangerous goods packaging, Class 9 hazardous material labelling, trained and certified drivers, fire suppression equipment on our vehicles, and monitoring throughout the journey. Transport is planned around SANS 10228 and UN3480/UN3481 regulations.

Yes, we provide complete documentation including transport manifests, chain of custody records, dangerous goods declarations, disposal certificates, and audit trail documentation. All paperwork meets South African regulatory requirements for lithium-ion battery disposal.

Collected lithium-ion batteries are transported to our licensed processing facility where they undergo safe dismantling and material recovery. All processing follows NEMWA environmental regulations and a zero-waste-to-landfill approach.

Collection timeframes depend on location and quantity. For Gauteng-area collections, we typically aim to schedule promptly given our Germiston base. Other provinces are serviced on a routed basis — get in touch with your quantity and location and we'll confirm a timeframe.

We accept lithium-ion batteries from both individuals and businesses. While free collection is available for bulk quantities (typically 50+ batteries), individuals with smaller quantities are welcome to drop off batteries at our Germiston facility during business hours. We also accept batteries from schools, community organisations, and residential complexes.