How Does Bottle Depot Refund Customers in Michigan for Bottles and Cans Returned?

Michigan's Bottle Deposit Law requires retailers to charge a 10-cent deposit on most beverage containers. When customers return these containers to designated bottle depots, they can receive a refund. The refund amount varies depending on the type of container:

  • Plastic bottles: 10 cents
  • Aluminum cans: 10 cents
  • Glass bottles: 10 cents

To receive a refund, customers must sort their containers by type and return them to a bottle depot. Bottle depots are typically located at grocery stores, recycling centers, and other convenient locations. Once the containers have been sorted and counted, the customer will receive a cash refund or a store credit.

Example: If a customer returns 100 plastic bottles, they will receive a $10 refund.

Important Notes:

  • Not all containers are eligible for a refund. Check the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) website for a list of eligible containers.
  • Customers must return containers to a bottle depot within 60 days of purchase.
  • Bottle depots are not required to accept containers from out-of-state.
  • What is the deposit amount on beverage containers in Michigan? 10 cents
  • Where can I find bottle depots in Michigan? Grocery stores, recycling centers, and other convenient locations
  • What types of containers are eligible for a refund? Plastic bottles, aluminum cans, and glass bottles
  • How long do I have to return containers for a refund? 60 days from the date of purchase
  • Can I get a refund for containers from out-of-state? No, bottle depots are not required to accept out-of-state containers
  • Dasani Water Bottle
  • Coca-Cola Can
  • Gatorade Bottle
  • Mountain Dew Can
  • Snapple Bottle

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