Battery Recycling in Ocala, FL
Battery recycling for Ocala and Marion County, with appointment drop-off at our partner center on SW 16th Lane, business pickup across North Central Florida, and prepaid kits for small batches.
Recycle Technologies accepts used batteries through our partner recycling center in Ocala, at 1007 SW 16th Lane, near the US-27, US-301 and US-441 corridor. Accepted types include alkaline, zinc, lithium-ion, lead-acid, NiCd and button cells, as well as EV, Tesla, e-bike, e-scooter, power tool and UPS batteries. We also handle swollen or damaged batteries with advance arrangements. Businesses and residents can book weekday drop-off appointments, companies can request pickup within about 100 miles, and smaller quantities may qualify for a prepaid mail-in kit. A recycling certificate is provided after the job is completed.
Our Ocala Battery Recycling Center
Ocala Recycling Center (partner location, Marion County)
Call ahead
Appointment needed
Landmark
By the 17th Street bridge, next door to Fakhoury Chiropractic
At the Ocala Center
Drop-off
Available to businesses and residents by appointment
Business pickup
Available within roughly 100 miles of Ocala
Mail-in
Prepaid kits for eligible alkaline, lithium, and lead-acid batteries
Batteries We Take in Ocala
Whether you're clearing out household batteries or managing backup power units at a commercial site, the Ocala center accepts:
Alkaline and zinc batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, 9V)
Lithium-ion batteries from phones, laptops, tablets and cordless tools
Lead-acid batteries, including car, truck, marine and sealed units
NiCd and button cell batteries
EV and Tesla batteries
E-bike and e-scooter batteries
UPS and other battery backup systems
Swollen, cracked, leaking or damaged batteries (contact us before handling or transporting them)
Mercury oxide batteries and other rare types are reviewed individually. Tell us what you have when you call so we can confirm the available recycling options. For more detail, visit our battery recycling page.
How Battery Recycling Works
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Identify the battery type
Check the label if it is safe to do so. Keep different battery chemistries separate, and don't open or dismantle batteries.
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Prepare batteries for transport
For intact batteries, follow the handling and terminal-protection instructions provided for your battery type. Don't handle swollen, leaking, cracked, or otherwise damaged batteries as if they were ordinary used cells. Contact us for instructions before moving or transporting them.
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Set the appointment
Call 813-534-5735 to arrange a drop-off, schedule a business pickup online, or ask about a suitable mail-in kit.
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Sorting on arrival
Trained staff check the batteries and route accepted types to the appropriate recycling process.
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Get your paperwork
After the job is completed, you receive a recycling certificate for your records.
Battery Recycling Options in Ocala
Drop-Off
Need battery recycling near you in Ocala, Belleview, or elsewhere in Marion County? Call ahead to book a weekday appointment at the SW 16th Lane partner center. Businesses and residents can both use the service. Before your visit, separate intact batteries by type and follow the handling instructions provided when you book. If you have swollen, leaking, or damaged batteries, tell us first and wait for instructions before transporting them.
You can also bring eligible electronics, fluorescent lamps and ballasts as part of a larger workplace or property cleanout. See our other drop-off locations.
Business Pickup
Auto repair shops, fleet operators, marinas, golf courses, warehouses, hospitals and data centers can request battery pickup within about 100 miles of Ocala. The service area includes Ocklawaha, Summerfield, Inverness, Gainesville and The Villages, among other North Central Florida communities.
When requesting a quote, include the battery types, estimated weight or pallet count, and pickup address. This helps our team assess the load and provide a schedule and price.
Mail-In Recycling
For smaller quantities, such as spent household or office batteries, a prepaid battery recycling kit may be a convenient option. Choose a kit approved for your battery type and follow its packaging, terminal-protection, and shipping instructions.
Check how our mail-in recycling program works before sending anything, since some batteries have specific shipping restrictions. Do not send EV packs or damaged lithium batteries through a standard kit. Contact us to discuss an appropriate arrangement.
Battery Disposal Rules in Florida
Florida's battery disposal requirements depend on battery chemistry and the type of waste generator. Under section 403.7192 of state law, nickel-cadmium and small sealed lead-acid rechargeable batteries cannot go in the garbage, and the rule covers homes as well as businesses, schools, hospitals, and government offices. Lead-acid batteries are also restricted from disposal, and Florida DEP's homeowner guide says auto and boat battery retailers must accept old batteries as trade-ins. Ordinary alkaline batteries are the exception: state rules allow them in household trash.
Public collection programs can help households, but they may not suit businesses with larger loads or ongoing battery disposal needs:
Marion County
County recycling centers list batteries among accepted items, but businesses that don't pay the solid waste assessment fee can't use the centers.
Citrus County
Batteries go to a dedicated battery section at the county landfill in Lecanto, not the green recycling bins.
Alachua County
The Hazardous Waste Collection Center in Gainesville takes residents' waste at no charge; businesses can only use it as very small quantity generators and pay for disposal.
Commercial generators also have federal requirements. The EPA advises businesses to manage used lithium-ion batteries under its universal waste rules, since most are likely hazardous waste when discarded (EPA).
For businesses that generate batteries regularly, the challenge isn't just finding a place that accepts them. It's finding an option that fits the battery types, quantity, pickup needs, and documentation requirements. Recycle Technologies offers appointment-based drop-off through its Ocala partner center, business pickup across the service area, and mail-in options for eligible smaller loads. Contact us to discuss your batteries and determine the appropriate route.
Why Recycle Technologies for Battery Recycling in Ocala
A partner recycling center in Ocala, not a retail counter or a once-a-year event
Multiple common battery chemistries handled through one service
A way to discuss swollen, leaking, and damaged batteries before transport
Weekday drop-off by appointment, starting at 6:00 AM
Business pickup across roughly 100 miles of North Central Florida
Electronics, lamps and ballasts accepted alongside eligible batteries
A minority-owned recycler with more than three decades in the business, since 1993
Frequently Asked Questions
- Pricing depends on the battery type and quantity. Call (352) 509-3019 or request a quote first.
- Yes. Golf cart batteries, both lead-acid and lithium, are accepted at drop-off or through business pickup.
- Yes. Both are within the stated pickup area around Ocala. Confirm your address when you book.
- Under federal universal waste rules, eligible batteries can generally be accumulated for up to one year from when they're generated. Specific requirements may apply, so arrange pickups before you reach that limit.
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Get Started With Battery Recycling in Ocala
Book a weekday drop-off at our Ocala partner center, order a suitable prepaid kit for eligible batteries, or request a quote for business pickup across North Central Florida.
Ocala: 813-534-5735
