Beverage Container Recycling Program (CRV)
Kern County residents pay a California Redemption Value (CRV) fee when purchasing beverages and receive CRV refunds when redeeming (recycling) containers at a certified recycling center.
CRV eligible beverage containers are packaged in:
- Aluminum
- Glass
- Plastic
- Bimetal Containers (consisting of two different metals joined together)
Effective January 1, 2024, this includes beverage containers that are boxes, bladders or pouches containing wine, distilled spirits, wine coolers, or distilled spirit coolers.
The CRV refunds are:
- 5 cents for containers less than 24 ounces
- 10 cents for containers 24 ounces or larger
- 25 cents for boxes, bladders or pouches containing wine, distilled spirits, wine coolers, or distilled spirit coolers.
Also, effective January 1, 2024, the following beverages/containers are now eligible to receive CRV refunds:
- Wine
- Liquor
- Juice
*Subject to CRV (with or without label)
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For All Beverages
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For All Beverages |
Wine and Distilled Spirits
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5 cents CRV |
10 cents CRV |
25 cents CRV |
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Less than 24 oz. |
24 oz. or More |
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For a full list of all eligible containers, click here and scroll down.
Find a Certified Recycling Center Near You
Busque un Centro de Reciclaje certificado cerca de ti
Important to note that not all Certified Recycling Centers accept all CRV items. Please check with your nearby Certified Recycling Center for participation beforehand.