: Primarily beverage containers with a state-specific redemption label (e.g., CRV in California). Current Payouts (as of April 2026) : Small bottles ( : 5¢ each. Large bottles (≥24 oz) : 10¢ each.

In regions with "Bottle Bills" or Deposit Return Systems (DRS), consumers pay an upfront deposit (usually 5¢ to 10¢) that is refunded upon return.

: Companies like Allen Company or regional scrap yards like those indexed on ScrapMonster .

: Bulk "scrap" plastic, often sorted by resin type (PET #1 or HDPE #2). Market Rates (April 2026 Snapshots) : #1 PET Plastic : ~$1.22 per lb. #2 HDPE (CRV) : ~$0.62 per lb. LDPE CRV Plastic : ~$2.04 per lb.

Large-scale waste management facilities and specialized plastic recyclers (reclaimers) buy baled plastic from Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) or individuals with high-volume scrap.