Environmentally Conscious at Every Step
At VARTA, we are committed to environmental stewardship throughout the entire lifecycle of our products. From development to manufacturing, and ultimately to disposal, we prioritise eco-friendly practices and sustainable solutions. Our unwavering dedication to environmental protection is deeply ingrained in our corporate ethos.
Responsible Product Development and Manufacturing
We place stringent demands on the development and manufacturing processes of our products, ensuring they are environmentally friendly from the outset. Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond mere compliance; we strive to exceed industry standards and set new benchmarks for responsible production.
Long-Lasting and Safe Products
VARTA products are designed to be safe, reliable, and long-lasting, minimising the need for frequent replacements and reducing waste. By maximising the service life of our products, we contribute to a circular economy and reduce the environmental impact associated with premature disposal.
Sustainable Disposal: A Key Priority
While we prioritise product longevity, we understand that responsible disposal is a critical aspect of environmental stewardship. To ensure sustainable disposal of our products and packaging, we encourage you to follow the guidelines set forth by your local municipality.
Packaging Disposal Made Easy
To facilitate proper disposal of our packaging materials, we have provided a convenient reference table. Simply identify the code on the packaging components and follow the corresponding disposal procedure outlined below.
Packaging Component Code | Disposal Procedure
Adapt the packaging disposal example to your pack by identifying the code on the single components and the procedure on the following table:



Paper collection


Paper collection
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Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
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Paper collection


Paper collection
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Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
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Paper collection


Paper collection
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Paper collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Plastic collection


Plastic collection
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Plastic collection


Plastic collection
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Plastic collection


Plastic collection
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Plastic collection
Plastic collection


Plastic collection
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Plastic collection
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Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines
Plastic collection
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Plastic collection
Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines


Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines


Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines
Plastic collection
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Paper collection


Paper collection
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Paper collection
Paper collection


Paper collection
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Paper collection
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Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines


Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines


Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
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Plastic collection


Plastic collection
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Plastic collection


Plastic collection
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Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
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Paper collection
Plastic collection


Paper collection
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Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelinesMatch the battery recycling example to your used battery by identifying the strike out container and chemical mark on the product. Please follow the recycling procedure according to the guidelines of your local municipality.

Alkaline


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.

Lithium


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.
Tape seal both terminals of Lithium cells prior to recycling!

Recharge Accu


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.

Super Heavy Duty
zinc carbon batteries


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
For the classification of the pollutant content, the symbols Pb (lead), Cd (cadmium) and Hg (mercury) are located under the dustbin symbol.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.

Button Cell,
Lithium Coin


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.
Tape seal both terminals of Lithium Coin cells prior to recycling!

Button Cell,
Alkaline


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.

Watch Cell,
Silver Coin


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.

Special batteries


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
For the classification of the pollutant content, the symbols Pb (lead), Cd (cadmium) and Hg (mercury) are located under the dustbin symbol.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.

Power Bank,
Wireless Charger


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please remove all cables or devices that are plugged in and check the regulations of your local municipality.
WARNING: Do not remove the built-in batteries/cells from the device.

Wall & Car Charger,
Cable, Adapter


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please remove all cables or devices that are plugged in and check the regulations of your local municipality.

Chargers


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please remove all cables or devices that are plugged in and check the regulations of your local municipality.
WARNING: Remove rechargeable batteries from the device before disposal.

Lights & Headlights
with non-rechargeable batteries


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please check your local municipal guidelines.
WARNING: Remove batteries/rechargeable batteries from the device before disposal.

Lights & Headlights
with built-in cells


The product should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for recovery and recycling.
Please remove all cables or devices that are plugged in and check the regulations of your local municipality.
WARNING: Do not remove the built-in batteries/cells from the device at any time.
Material overview

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1 PET
How to recycle the material?
Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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2 PE-HD / HDPE
How to recycle the material?
Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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3 PVC
How to recycle the material?
Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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4 PE-LD / LDPE
How to recycle the material?
Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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5 PP
How to recycle the material?
Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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6 PS
How to recycle the material?
Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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7 O (OTHER)
How to recycle the material?
Plastic collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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20 PAP
How to recycle the material?
Paper collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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21 PAP
How to recycle the material?
Paper collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines

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22 PAP
How to recycle the material?
Paper collection
Please check your local municipal guidelines
Warning icons
Alkaline | Zinc
Lithium
Silver-oxide
Hearing aid batteries | Zinc-Air
Rechargeables
Chargers
Power banks
Lights
VARTA Consumer Contact
Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details or questions about our products.
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