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They Melt Batteries to Make a Living, Inhale Poison Without Knowing An informal trade in lead-acid batteries offers income to many but quietly endangers millions through unchecked toxic exposure The informal recycling of car batteries is a widespread practice. Workers often believe that lead is safe, handling the dull grey metal with their bare hands. However, health officials caution that lead is still used in everyday household items, such as utensils, cookware, and even paints for school walls, where it adds shine and perceived quality, but at a hidden cost, reports REDIET YARED, Fortune Staff Writer. Nov 2 , 2025 By REDIET YARED ( FORTUNE STAFF WRITER )
