How to Dispose of Car Battery in Irvine, CA
Do not trash HHW in Irvine. Use the Irvine Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center at 6411 Oak Canyon (OC Waste & Recycling), Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Accepted examples include paint, batteries, automotive fluids, CFLs, pesticides, pool chemicals, sharps, and e-waste. Transport ≤15 gallons or 125 pounds. Medications are not OC HHW — follow pharmacy/trash guidance the city publishes for meds.
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Local specifics
| Curbside pickup | No / special call or drop-off required |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Free for eligible residents at HHW facility |
| Hazardous rating | High |
| Nearest facility type | OC HHW Irvine — 6411 Oak Canyon |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-10 |
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