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R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-60.1-1. Legislative findings and policy
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The general assembly finds and declares that certain types of dry cell batteries contain toxic heavy metals that are harmful in municipal solid waste. Batteries containing cadmium, mercury, and lead are especially harmful, and some of these types are increasing in use.
R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-60.1-2. Definitions
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As used in this chapter: (1) “Alkaline-manganese battery” means any dry cell battery containing manganese dioxide and zinc electrodes and an alkaline electrolyte. (2) “Dry cell battery” means all batteries in which the electrolyte is absorbed, gelled, or solidified such that the …
R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-60.1-3. Reduction of mercury content in alkaline batteries
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No alkaline-manganese battery manufactured on or after January 1, 1992, shall be distributed, offered for sale, or sold, if it contains more than 0.025 percent (.025%) mercury by weight; provided, however, that for any alkaline-manganese battery resembling a button or coin in siz…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-60.1-4. Prohibition on sale of mercuric-oxide batteries
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No mercuric-oxide button cell battery may be distributed, sold or offered for sale in this state after January 1, 1993.
