Michigan

Name Michigan Beverage Container Act
Purpose To reduce roadside litter, clean up the environment, and conserve energy and natural resources
Enacted 11/2/1976
Implemented 12/3/1978
Beverages Covered Beer, soft drinks, carbonated & mineral water, wine coolers, canned cocktails
Containers Covered Any airtight metal, glass, paper, or plastic container, or a combination, under 1 gallon
Amount of Deposit 10¢
Redemption Rate overall 97.2% (iv)
Reclamation System Retail stores
Unredeemed Deposits 75% to state for envt'l programs, 25% to retailers (more information)
Handling Fee None

Details

The Michigan law requires reporting of containers sold and redeemed by bottlers and distributors. At 10¢, Michigan's deposit is the highest in the country—and so is its recycling rate.

Footnotes

[iv] Michigan Department of Treasury, Bottle Deposit Information Chart, 1990-2006 (year 2006 estimated).

Updated June 15, 2008