Mapo-gu Battery & Lamp Drop-off Bins
Find designated household battery and fluorescent lamp drop-off bins at local community centers in Seoul.
MAPMapo-gu Battery & Lamp Map
Explore all 99 collection points across Mapo-gu on the interactive map.
β‘ Disposal Rules at a Glance
π‘ Check collection point addresses in Mapo-gu and use the interactive map below.
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π Battery Reward Exchange & Safety Guide in Mapo-gu
Learn about community center exchange rewards and fire prevention safety rules.
Bring 10~20 used batteries to your local community center to exchange them for a new 2-pack of batteries or a 10L trash bag.
Tape positive and negative battery terminals with insulating or scotch tape to prevent friction sparks and compression fires in collection bins.
Broken lamps release toxic mercury vapor. Do NOT put broken tubes into collection bins; wrap in thick paper and use a non-burnable waste sack.
π Drop-off Locations by Neighborhood (99κ°μ)
Select any of the 16 neighborhoods in Mapo-gu to view drop-off spots and bin addresses.
β Mapo-gu Disposal FAQ
How do I safely dispose of used batteries in Mapo-gu?
To prevent fires, tape the battery terminals (contacts) with insulating tape and drop them into designated battery bins at community service centers.
Can I put broken fluorescent lamps into the collection bins?
No, broken lamps release mercury vapor. Wrap broken pieces safely in thick paper or newspaper and dispose of them in a non-combustible waste bag.