SERVICE UPDATE: RAA will be testing new routes beginning April 3rd. Service days will stay the same but timing may change. Place carts out no later than 7am on your collection day, and if it hasn't been picked up by 4pm please notify the city at 734-994-7336 the following business day.

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Aseptic containers (Tetra Pak)

Aseptic containers (also commonly labeled with "Tetra Pak") are food and drink cartons. Some examples of items in aseptic containers are broth, soups, juice boxes, milk, etc. These items can be placed in your curbside recycling bins, or you can drop them off at the Drop-Off Station or Recovery Yard.

Recycle Right!

Make sure that there is no leftover liquid or food inside your cartons before recycling, and throw away plastic caps - do not screw them back on the Tetra Pak.

Live Zero Waste!

It is always good to minimize your purchases of single-use items, so if you frequently buy a lot of small aseptic containers, see if they sell the good in a larger container so you can buy less.

Accepted at:

A2 Curbside Recycling

Step 1
All recyclable items should be washed, rinsed, and clean of all particulates of food and any liquid residue before placing them into the curbside bin.: Step 2
Remove caps and lids and discard into the trash.: Step 3
Residential curbside carts must be placed at the curb before 7 a.m. of the collection day.

Address:: Recycle Ann Arbor
P.O. Box 7180
Ann Arbor, MI 48107-7180
Phone:: 734.662.6288

Drop-Off Station

Step 1
When first arriving on-site, stop at the gatehouse to have your materials assessed and pay the appropriate fee (if applicable). price list for full details: Step 2
The gatehouse staff will give you direction as to where your items should be placed.: Step 3
Often you are required to visit several different areas and receptacles.: Step 4
Unloading and loading assistance is often available. For a complete list of what is accepted, visit the Drop-Off About page.

Address:: 2950 East Ellsworth Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Phone:: 734.971.7400
Hours:: What's Accepted; Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 6:30 pm*; Saturday 9 am to 6 pm*; CLOSED MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS, & SUNDAYS; Credit Cards ONLY. No cash/check.; *SEASONAL NOTICE - during the winter season, the following items cannot be accepted after 5 pm due to lighting and safety concerns: scrap metal, general waste, bulky waste, furniture, yard waste, or concrete.

Recovery Yard

Step 1
Prior to unloading, Call the office 734-426-2280 to receive directions and assistance.: Step 2
Please check our Recovery Yard Drop Off Price list as applicable fees will apply.: Prohibited Items:
No liquids, paints or varnishes, No toxics, No alkaline batteries, food waste, asbestos, soil, sand nor deceased pets, livestock or wildlife.

Address:: 7891 Jackson Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone:: 734.426.2280
Public drop-off hours:: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 3:15 pm; Closed Saturdays and Sundays

SERVICE UPDATE: RAA will be testing new routes beginning April 3rd. Service days will stay the same but timing may change. Place carts out no later than 7am on your collection day, and if it hasn't been picked up by 4pm please notify the city at 734-994-7336 the following business day.

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Aseptic containers (Tetra Pak)

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