It’s crucial that hearing aid batteries be recycled responsibly because they contain chemicals that can harm the environment if placed in regular bins. The good news is that there are many easy options for hearing aid battery recycling across Australia, and Amplifon is committed to helping you dispose of them correctly.
This simple step is part of our shared responsibility for a better future. Our trusted expertise extends beyond hearing care to providing helpful, practical information like this, ensuring every part of your hearing journey is effortless and sustainable.
Yes, hearing aid batteries can be recycled and should never be thrown into household waste. Hearing aid batteries are almost always zinc-air batteries. While they are smaller and typically safer than some other types of batteries, they still contain valuable materials and need specialised handling. Recycling them safely conserves natural resources and prevents heavy metals from leaking into landfills.
Recycling batteries requires one important safety step before disposal: always cover the battery terminals with clear tape (like sticky tape) before dropping them off.
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Every Amplifon hearing aid clinic in Australia is happy to accept your used hearing aid batteries for recycling.
Australia has several excellent national programs and drop-off points for battery disposal and recycling:
Always check the retailer's or council's website to confirm they accept zinc-air (hearing aid) batteries, but most dedicated battery bins will.
If you are tired of the constant cycle of buying, replacing, and recycling batteries, it might be time to consider an upgrade. Rechargeable hearing aids offer a simpler, environmentally friendlier solution:
Talk to your local Amplifon expert about our range of best hearing aids that feature lithium-ion rechargeable technology. We can assess your eligibility for a seamless hearing aid upgrade.
At Amplifon, our care is comprehensive. We don't just supply the batteries; we help you manage them sustainably. If you have questions about lithium battery recycling for your rechargeable case, or about the disposal process for older zinc-air batteries, our experts are here to provide clear, actionable advice.
Make your next hearing step an efficient and responsible one. You can solve the battery disposal problem today.