Who Buys Plastic Bottles [ ULTIMATE ]

: Local retailers, grocery stores, and specialized bottle depots.

: 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

: 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. : Local retailers, grocery stores, and specialized bottle