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Disposal and Environment

Information on Return and Obligations for Traders & Consumers

Battery Disposal Information

In connection with the sale of batteries or the delivery of devices containing batteries, we are obligated to inform you as follows:
As an end user, you are legally required to return used batteries. You can return old batteries, which we carry or have carried as new batteries, free of charge to our shipping warehouse (AKF, Dresdener Straße 70A, D-02625 Bautzen). The symbols depicted on the batteries have the following meanings:
The crossed-out trash can symbol means that the battery must not be disposed of in household waste.

  • Cd = Battery contains more than 0.002% by weight of cadmium,
  • Hg = Battery contains more than 0.0005% by weight of mercury,
  • Pb = Battery contains more than 0.004% by weight of lead.

Special Considerations for Selling Starter Batteries

In connection with the sale of vehicle batteries, we are required, as per § 10 BattG, to charge a deposit of 7.50 euros including VAT per vehicle battery if you do not return a vehicle old battery at the time of purchasing a new vehicle battery. The deposit is not included in the purchase price and is shown in addition to the final price of the item.

If you return a vehicle old battery to us, which we carry or have carried as new batteries according to § 9 BattG, we are obligated to take it back free of charge and refund the deposit amount as per legal regulations.
If we have issued a deposit mark according to § 10 Abs. 1 Satz 3 BattG, the refund of the deposit upon return of the vehicle old battery depends on the return of the deposit mark.

The return location is the address listed in the imprint.

Returning the old battery by mail is not allowed due to hazardous materials regulations.

Alternatively, vehicle old batteries can also be dropped off free of charge at recycling centers and waste disposal sites.
The deposit we collect is not refunded by public recycling centers and waste disposal sites. However, you have the option to get a receipt for returning the vehicle old battery on the deposit mark. By presenting the stamped deposit mark, you will receive the battery deposit from us.

Old Electrical Devices Do Not Belong in Household Waste

Since March 24, 2006, old electrical devices must not be disposed of with household waste. This regulation applies to all electronic and electrical devices, from electric toothbrushes to home solar systems, from washing machines to digital cameras, regardless of their age. This also includes light bulbs, fluorescent lamps, and energy-saving bulbs. Devices are taken back free of charge by cities and municipalities. The return takes place at collection points or even offers pickup services. Existing collection systems (e.g., recycling centers, bulky waste pickup) are generally used.