Bottle & Can Redemption Centers in Connecticut

Bloomfield Redemption center

54 Granby St Bloomfield CT 06002 USA

(860) 351-7621

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sun Closed

4.7 (88 reviews)

Bloomfield Redemption Center is a container redemption center at 54 Granby Street in Bloomfield, Connecticut where customers return empty cans and bottles for cash under the state bottle deposit program. The center focuses on community recycling access and waste reduction, and returns are handled in person during business hours.

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Simple Bottle Return

1100 Boston Ave Bldg 1B Bridgeport CT 06610 USA

203-870-9722

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM · Sun Closed.

4.6 (244 reviews)

SSPT Bottle Return is a bottle and can redemption center in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The site is designed to simplify and expedite the return process for consumers, allowing them to return mixed containers without the need for sorting.

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Killingly Redemption Center

Danielson, CT

860-932-5138

Monday–Saturday: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

A dedicated bottle-and-can redemption facility in Danielson, CT, providing refunds on eligible beverage containers under Connecticut's 10-cent deposit program.

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Cash Can Redemption Center

120 Tolland St East Hartford CT 06108 USA

(860) 816-2910

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.2 (66 reviews)

Cash Can Redemption at 120 Tolland Street accepts Connecticut deposit beverage containers for redemption. Its operator says glass bottles must be packed in beer boxes and loose glass is not accepted; Connecticut DEEP lists Monday–Saturday hours 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

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East Haven Bottle Return

99 Commerce St East Haven CT 06512 USA

(203) 404-4147

Mon Closed · Tue-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.6 (91 reviews)

CT Bottle Redemption Center in East Haven, CT, offers a fast and efficient bottle and can return service, allowing customers to redeem thousands of containers in just minutes using automated counters that can process up to 300 items per minute. Customers are encouraged to sort their items by plastic, cans, and glass before arrival, bringing plastics and cans in separate bags and glass bottles in a small cardboard box. The center provides a full 10-cent return on eligible containers, and it is a free service, eliminating the hassle of manual counting or grocery store machines. It is important to note that returning empty beverage containers not purchased in Connecticut or previously redeemed is illegal, and violators may face fines. The center accepts a variety of bottles and cans, and visitors can find more details on accepted items by clicking a provided link. Locations include East Haven, Orange, Vernon, South Windsor, and Windsor, with updates indicating recent improvements and expansions to enhance the customer experience.

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Joe's Redemption Center

149 N Rd East Windsor CT 06088 USA

(860) 623-7323

Mon Closed · Tue-Fri 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

4.0 (5 reviews)

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AAA BOTTLE REDEMPTION DEPOT

4 Niblick Rd Enfield CT 06082 USA

(860) 796-7798

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

3.6 (25 reviews)

AAA Bottle Redemption Depot is a state-certified bottle redemption center located at 4 Niblick Rd, Unit B, Enfield, CT, and 156 Pane Rd, Unit C, Newington, CT. The depot offers a hassle-free and speedy redemption service for plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and glass bottles with a CT deposit logo, all free of charge. Customers can redeem any quantity of containers that are less than 2.5 liters or 84 oz. The center does not accept local microbrewery beer glass bottles, which must be in boxes. For convenience, pre-count container bags are available, allowing for quick returns without long waits. The hours of operation are Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm in Enfield and Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm in Newington. The depot also supports local fundraising efforts and may offer free pickup for large quantities within a certain range. For any inquiries, customers can reach out through the contact form on their website.

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Cans for Kids Redemption

113 Raffia Road

(860) 272-6776

Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

4.2 (8 reviews)

A charitable bottle redemption center that supports children's programs. Proceeds from bottle and can returns benefit the Children's Hospital and other children's causes. Accepts all Connecticut deposit containers including plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and glass bottles with CT deposit logos.

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Killingly Redemption Center

15 Commerce Ave Danielson CT 06239 USA

(860) 932-5138

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

5.0 (22 reviews)

Killingly Redemption Center is a dedicated bottle-and-can redemption facility in Danielson, CT, providing refunds on eligible beverage containers under Connecticut's 10-cent deposit program. This standalone redemption center serves the Killingly/Danielson community with convenient drop-off and on-site assistance for returning deposit-eligible beverage containers. Located in northeastern Connecticut, the center offers a hassle-free way for residents to redeem their bottles and cans while supporting Connecticut's bottle bill program. The facility provides quick, efficient service for customers looking to return their eligible containers and receive their deposit refunds. Refunds follow Connecticut's updated bottle bill, which sets the deposit and redemption at $0.10 per eligible container as of January 1, 2024. Eligible returns include most carbonated and noncarbonated beverages covered by Connecticut's bottle bill, such as soda, beer and other malt beverages, hard seltzer (malt-based), water, flavored waters, juices, teas, coffees, kombucha, sports, and energy drinks. Size limits apply: up to 3 liters for carbonated beverages and up to 2.5 liters for noncarbonated; containers under 150 milliliters are not covered. The center operates Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, providing convenient hours for residents throughout the week. The facility accepts containers in good condition and processes refunds efficiently, making it easy for customers to participate in Connecticut's recycling program while getting their deposit money back.

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manchester redemption

95 Hilliard St Manchester CT 06042 USA

860.645.1887

Mon-Sat 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

3.8 (84 reviews)

Connecticut-marked containers are redeemed at this certified center on Hilliard Street in Manchester. Three partners opened it in 1988. It takes aluminum cans, glass beer bottles, and plastic bottles for water, soda, juice, sports drinks, and tea. Automatic counters run 200 to 400 empties a minute. Cans and plastic go in separate clear bags, supplied free: 200 cans, 100 water bottles, 100 twenty-ounce sodas, 50 one-liter bottles, or 30 two-liter bottles per bag. Beer and soda glass stays in original 12, 18, 20, 24, or 48 packs, or banana boxes. Loose glass and six-packs are refused. Poland Springs and Nestle water bottles are bagged alone, 100 to a bag. Stop and Shop, BJs, Shop-rite, Sam's Club, Walmart, and Aldi bottles mix together. Large fundraising loads get a free truck and supplies. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., closed on major holidays.

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MT Bottle Return

373 E Main St Middletown CT 06457 USA

(860) 395-8951

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

3.6 (59 reviews)

MT Bottle Return is a recycling center located at 373 East Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457, open Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The center offers an automated bottle and can return service that counts and pays for thousands of returnables in just minutes, providing the full 10-cent deposit per container in cash on the spot. Visitors are instructed to bring plastics and cans in separate bags, while glass bottles should be placed in beer boxes or any small cardboard boxes, as loose glass bottles are not accepted. MT Bottle Return also collaborates with non-profits for fundraising through bottle drives, supporting local scout troops, schools, and churches.

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Central Connecticut Redemption

208 Hillhurst Ave # C New Britain CT 06053 USA

(860) 224-1279

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sun Closed

4.3 (113 reviews)

Connecticut Redemption Centers are private businesses that redeem bottles and cans with a deposit value, working with distributors of carbonated beverages. Consumers can return bottles to retail outlets that sell those brands, but many fundraising groups opt to use redemption centers for larger quantities. Each center is licensed by DEEP, and it's important to confirm if they accept specific brands before visiting, especially if they are part of retail locations. Operating hours vary by location, with most centers open Monday to Saturday, and some offering extended hours or specific days for limited services. Visitors should check individual center websites or contact them directly for details on accepted materials, operational hours, and any restrictions on the number of items that can be returned.

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New Milford Recycling Center

18 Young's Field Rd New Milford CT 06776 USA

(860) 799-5068

Mon Closed · Tue 7:15 AM – 3:15 PM · Wed Closed · Thu-Fri 7:15 AM – 3:15 PM · Sat 7:15 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

4.4 (27 reviews)

New Milford Recycling Center is operated by Three Veterans LLC at 18 Youngs Field Road. Services include mixed recycling, bulky waste, mattress and electronics disposal, textiles, and household hazardous-waste information. Bottle/can redemption pays 10 cents for eligible Connecticut-purchased containers; CT residency or property ownership is required for redemption.

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Maruti Bottle & Can Redemption Center

27 Dodge Ave #3 North Haven CT 06473 USA

(203) 441-0009

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.2 (49 reviews)

Maruti Bottle Can Redemption Center, located at 27 Dodge Avenue, North Haven, Connecticut, offers a quick and friendly service for recycling deposit containers. Starting January 1, 2024, customers can receive a full refund of 10 cents for most Connecticut deposit containers, including store brands like Big-Y, Stop & Shop, Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, BJ's, Aldi, and Costco, as well as beer cans and bottles. The center features automatic counting machines that can process up to 300 containers per minute, allowing for efficient service without manual counting. Non-profit organizations are encouraged to hold can and bottle drives to raise funds by donating their deposit containers. The center is closed on major holidays and welcomes visitors during normal business hours.

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EZ BOTTLE RETURN

392 Boston Post Rd UNIT B Orange CT 06477 USA

(203) 902-2175

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sun Closed

3.5 (29 reviews)

EZ Bottle Return uses automated counters for Connecticut deposit containers and lists Orange among its bottle-return locations. The site asks customers to bring glass bottles in beer boxes or small cardboard boxes and keep plastics and cans in separate bags.

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Bottle & Can Redemption Center

65 Mascolo Rd South Windsor CT 06074 USA

(860) 729-1893

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.6 (296 reviews)

The Bottle & Can Redemption Center in South Windsor, CT is one of several CT Redemption Centers locations (operated by PGSW LLC) handling Connecticut deposit container returns. Customers bring back eligible plastic bottles, cans, and glass for the full 10¢ refund per container, with no fees. Staff count and process containers on-site and pay out in cash immediately; sorting bags by plastic, cans, and glass ahead of time speeds up the process. The company also operates locations in Windsor, Vernon, East Haven, and Orange, serving Hartford, Tolland, and New Haven Counties.

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Beverage Redemption Center

1805 Stratford Ave Stratford CT 06615 USA

Mon-Sat 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.0 (6 reviews)

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Bottle Return

1855 Stratford Ave Stratford CT 06615 USA

(203) 302-9509

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Sun Closed

4.3 (71 reviews)

Returnable Container Management is a beverage container redemption center at 1855 Stratford Avenue in Stratford, Connecticut. The facility accepts all bottles and cans marked with a Connecticut deposit, refunding the CT deposit value. It operates as a self-service drop-off redemption point for residents returning deposit containers.

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Torrington Redemption Center - Bottle Collect

35 Baeder St Torrington CT 06790 USA

(860) 294-9565

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

5.0 (8 reviews)

Bottle Collect is a recycling center located in Torrington, Connecticut, dedicated to making recycling accessible and rewarding. They accept a diverse range of CT deposit beverage containers, including water bottles, juice and soda plastic bottles, and alcohol and non-alcohol cans, with specific limits on the number of each type per bag. Customers are encouraged to pre-sort their recyclables into clear bags, making sure containers are empty, dry, and in their original condition to expedite the processing. Beer glass bottles must be brought in their original box, as loose bottles or six-pack containers are not accepted. The facility offers sorting options with plastic baskets and trays, and provides plastic bags for future visits. For a speedy payout, customers can weigh or pre-count their items for instant cash payment.

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Vernon Bottle Redemption Center

77 Industrial Park Rd Unit 1A Vernon CT 06066 USA

(860) 729-6365

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.8 (152 reviews)

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Express Redemption Center

200 Church St Ste 7 Wallingford CT 06492 USA

(718) 314-8149

Mon-Sat 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

3.5 (238 reviews)

Express Redemption Center is a Connecticut state-certified bottle and can redemption facility located at 200 Church Street in Wallingford, Connecticut. This convenient redemption center specializes in Connecticut's bottle deposit program, accepting aluminum cans, glass bottles, and plastic bottles for cash redemption. Operating Monday through Saturday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Express Redemption Center provides flexible hours to accommodate working residents and families throughout New Haven County. The facility serves communities including Wallingford, Meriden, Cheshire, North Haven, Hamden, and surrounding areas. Express Redemption Center offers a simple, efficient redemption process where customers can bring their empty beverage containers and receive immediate cash payment based on Connecticut's 5-cent deposit program. The center accepts aluminum cans, glass bottles, and plastic bottles that are part of Connecticut's bottle bill program. Their convenient location on Church Street in Wallingford provides easy access from major roads including Route 5 and I-91. The facility features a clean, organized environment with friendly staff who assist customers throughout the redemption process. Express Redemption Center helps residents recover their bottle deposits while supporting Connecticut's recycling goals and environmental sustainability efforts. The center's extended hours Monday through Saturday make it convenient for residents to redeem their containers at their own pace. Whether you're a regular recycler or someone with occasional bottles and cans to redeem, Express Redemption Center provides a quick, easy solution for Connecticut's bottle deposit program.

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Wallingford Recycling Center

25 Pent Rd Wallingford CT 06492 USA

Mon-Tue 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wed Closed · Thu-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.8 (8 reviews)

Wallingford residents can bring mandated recyclables and other designated materials to the Resident Disposal Center at 25 Pent Road. The Town publishes material-specific rules and operating hours.

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West Hartford Redemption Center

695 Oakwood Ave West Hartford CT 06110 USA

(860) 953-1991

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sun Closed

3.9 (58 reviews)

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Redemption Centers of America

163 Boston Post Rd West Haven CT 06516 USA

(203) 891-6230

Mon-Sat 8:40 AM – 4:40 PM · Sun Closed

4.2 (68 reviews)

Redemption Centers of America is a container redemption center at 163 Boston Post Road in West Haven, Connecticut, where customers return empty cans and plastic and glass bottles for cash deposits. The facility offers 27 reverse vending machines for quick self-service returns, plus a counter drop-off option where staff process returnables for customers, including for fundraisers.

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CT Bottle & Can Redemption Center

90 Pierson Ln Unit B Windsor CT 06095 USA

(860) 256-8463

Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.2 (240 reviews)

This redemption center handles returns for Connecticut's 10-cent container deposit, taking plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and glass containers. Payment is made on the spot with no counting fees, and the high-volume machines clear large returns quickly.

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