RCRA codes for lithium batteries Rechargeable & single-use cells that can catch fire.
- Free, no account
- Based on 40 CFR Part 261 and EPA guidance
- Nothing is stored
Find a federal hazardous waste code
Lithium batteries: 2 codes.
Lithium batteries
Check ignitability and reactivity for discarded lithium batteries. See the lithium batteries guide for exclusions and management routes.
Characteristic hazardous waste
Ignitable waste
A representative lithium battery sample meets the D001 test for its physical form
When to use D001Characteristic hazardous waste
Reactive waste
Lithium battery behavior meets one of eight D003 criteria, including reaction with water
When to use D003
Which RCRA codes apply to lithium batteries?
Check ignitability and reactivity for discarded lithium batteries.
| Code | When it applies |
|---|---|
| D001 | A representative lithium battery sample meets the D001 test for its physical form |
| D003 | Lithium battery behavior meets one of eight D003 criteria, including reaction with water |
How do I prove the code for lithium batteries?
Document each physical or chemical property that matters. One characteristic test can't settle the other D-code criteria.
Is there another way to manage lithium batteries?
Lithium batteries from genuine household activity can be excluded under the household waste rule. They can also go by the universal-waste route, so check the Universal-waste limits.