In regions with "Bottle Bills" or Deposit Return Systems (DRS), consumers pay an upfront deposit (usually 5¢ to 10¢) that is refunded upon return.
: 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. who buys plastic bottles
: Local retailers, grocery stores, and specialized bottle depots. In regions with "Bottle Bills" or Deposit Return