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About This Location

Kaua'i Community Recycling Services (KCRS) in Kapa'a is a container-recycling and HI-5 redemption operation at 962-A Kipuni Way, beside the Kauai Community Federal Credit Union. It specializes in HI-5 deposit beverage containers under 64 fluid ounces plus glass, plastic (#1 and #2) and aluminum, redeemed for the Hawai'i Bottle Bill nickel deposit. It is a private recycler and redemption center, not a county transfer station for general household trash.

What this location Accepts

✓ HI-5 deposit beverage containers (aluminum, glass, plastic) 64 fl oz or smaller
✓ Aluminum beverage containers
✓ Glass beverage containers
✓ Plastic #1 and #2 containers
✓ Bi-metal (steel) beverage containers

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic

What they do not accept

✕ General household rubbish or garbage
✕ Bulky waste, furniture or appliances
✕ Plastics other than #1 and #2

Access & restrictions

Open to the public for beverage-container recycling and HI-5 redemption; not a municipal trash drop-off · This is a HI-5 redemption and container recycler, not a county transfer station. Bring eligible beverage containers only. Hours are Tuesday through Friday; closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Confirm current accepted materials by phone before a large load.

Programs & events

  • HI-5 beverage container redemption — Redeems the five-cent Hawai'i Bottle Bill deposit on eligible aluminum, glass and plastic beverage containers 64 fluid ounces or smaller

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is KCRS a regular recycling drop-off or a redemption center?

KCRS is a container recycler and HI-5 redemption center, not a county transfer station for household trash. It takes beverage containers (aluminum, glass, plastic #1 and #2, bi-metal) and pays back the HI-5 deposit, but it is not where you bring general garbage or bulky items.

Can I get money for my cans and bottles at KCRS in Kapa'a?

Yes. Under Hawai'i's HI-5 Bottle Bill, eligible aluminum, glass and plastic beverage containers 64 fluid ounces or smaller carry a five-cent deposit that KCRS refunds when you redeem them.

What are KCRS Kapa'a's hours?

The Kapa'a center on Kipuni Way is open Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

What can be recycled at KCRS?

KCRS accepts HI-5 beverage containers plus glass, plastic #1 and #2, aluminum and bi-metal beverage containers. Plastics other than #1 and #2, and general household waste, are not part of the program.

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Contact & Location

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962 Kipuni Way, Kapaʻa, HI 96746
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Kapa%Ca%Bba, Hawaii

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed