Can lithium batteries from disposable vapes be recycled to build battery packs? Just because you throw it away, does not mean it disappears Batteries are some of the smallest items we still receive in both trash and recycling truck when they shouldn't even be Disposable vapes may look harmless but inside are batteries, plastics, and toxic residues. When discarded incorrectly, they add to fire risk, pollution, and the growing e waste challenge. Responsible handling starts with Disposable vapes DO NOT belong in general waste , Lithium batteries can cause serious fires if disposed of incorrectly., Recycle safely. Protect your workplace. What's really inside vapes? We pulled them apart to find out How Do Lithium ion Batteries Affect Rechargeable Vape Longevity vs. Disposable Options?