CRV aluminum cans are worth much more than scrap aluminum because the value placed on the beverage container is an artificial redemption value. When you put beverage containers on the curb-side for recycling, or throw them in trash, you deny the state’s effort to reimburse you for recycling.

CRV plastic bottles include containers purchased in California which carry the CA CASH REDEMPTION label or one of its derivatives. The CRV program includes bottles from ready-to-drink beverages including soda, beer, water, and some juice, but do not include distilled liquor bottles, milk bottles, or bottles from 100% juice products which are greater than 46 ounces.

CRV glass bottles include containers purchased in California which carry the CA CASH REDEMPTION label or one of its derivatives, but does not include distilled liquor or any containers from food or other beverages which are not ready-to-drink.