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Caps, plastic

Plastic caps that are tightly screwed onto their original plastic, glass, or aseptic containers are accepted in curbside recycling carts and at the Drop-Off Station and Recovery Yard. Even if the cap is not made of the same material as the container, it can still be recycled, as long as it is screwed on tightly.

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Recycle Right!

Secure plastic caps tightly back onto bottles after they are clean and empty. Do not put loose plastic caps in curbside recycling carts. Loose caps are too small to make it through the recycling sorting process and will drop through the cracks of the machines, resulting in them being treated as trash and not recycled. Screwing caps back on the bottle ensures they get recycled!

Choose Zero Waste!

Repurpose old plastic bottle caps to create unique artwork or use them for craft projects. Find ways to reduce plastic bottle usage, switch to a reusable water bottle, opt for bar soaps and shampoos, buy larger pop and juice bottles, and choose brands that use paper or cardboard packaging.

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Scrap Creative Reuse Ann Arbor accepts clean plastic caps for reuse.

While we do our best to stay updated on alternative reuse and recycling locations, we recommend that you call locations before taking your item(s) to confirm that they currently accept them.

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Curbside Pick-Up

Step 1
All recyclable items should be empty, rinsed clean of all food particulates, and dry before placing them into the curbside bin. Labels may be left on.: Step 2
Tightly screw caps and lids onto their original plastic, glass, or aseptic containers. Empty and flatten all cardboard and boxboard. No batteries, plastic bags or film, or bagged recyclables accepted.: Step 3
Residential curbside carts must be placed out at the curb before 7 a.m. on your weekly service day.

*HOLIDAY OPERATIONS NOTICE: All divisions of Recycle Ann Arbor will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th, and Wednesday, January 1st, in observance of the Christmas and New Year holidays. Curbside recycling pick-up will be delayed by one day, with routes running Thursday through Saturday both weeks.

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, stop at the gatehouse to have your materials assessed and pay the appropriate fees. See price list for full details.: Step 2
The gatehouse attendant will direct you to where your items should be placed. You may be required to stop at multiple areas and containers on site.: Step 3
For a complete list of what is accepted, visit the Drop-Off About page. For safety reasons, pets and children under 13 years old must remain inside the vehicle at all times. Prices are subject to change, and our staff reserves the right to refuse any material that is deemed unsuitable.

Address:: 2950 East Ellsworth Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Phone:: 734.971.7400
Public drop-off Hours:: Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 6:30 pm*; Saturday 9 am to 6 pm*; Closed Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday
Credit Cards ONLY. No cash/check.
*SEASONAL NOTICE: due to lighting & safety concerns, scrap metal, general waste, bulky waste, furniture, yard waste, and concrete are not accepted after 5 PM during the winter season.

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 Saturday and Sunday

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Caps, plastic

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