K & B Redemption Center

Recycling Center in Des Moines, Iowa

📍 3920 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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About This Location

K & B Redemption Center on Delaware Avenue is a dedicated Iowa bottle-deposit redemption site in Des Moines where residents can return qualifying cans and bottles for Iowa's 5-cent deposit refund.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum cans with Iowa 5-cent deposit stamp (empty, clean)
✓ Plastic bottles with Iowa 5-cent deposit stamp (empty, clean)
✓ Glass bottles with Iowa 5-cent deposit stamp (empty, clean — left outside for staff verification)

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic

What they do not accept

✕ Containers without Iowa 5-cent deposit stamp (e.g., water bottles, juice, dairy)
✕ Crushed cans or crushed plastic bottles (accepted for recycling only, not redeemable for deposit)
✕ Cardboard containers (customer must dispose of separately)
✕ Damaged or torn bags

Fees

  • Can-liner bags (clear, for sorting cans/bottles) — $1.00 each
  • Can boxes — $7.00 each

Programs & events

  • Iowa Container Deposit Redemption — Returns the 5-cent Iowa bottle deposit for qualifying aluminum cans, plastic bottles, and glass bottles bearing the Iowa deposit stamp. Containers must be empty, clean, and sorted.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Which containers does K & B Redemption Center accept for the Iowa 5-cent deposit?

Any aluminum can, plastic bottle, or glass bottle that bears the Iowa 5-cent deposit stamp qualifies. Containers must be empty, clean, and sorted by material type in clear bags. Water bottles, juice containers, and dairy cartons without the deposit mark are not redeemable.

What happens to crushed cans at K & B — can I still get my deposit back?

Crushed cans and crushed plastic bottles cannot be paid out as deposit redemptions at K & B. They are accepted and recycled, but you will not receive the 5-cent refund for crushed containers.

What are the hours at K & B Redemption Center on Delaware Ave?

Tuesday through Friday the center is open 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Monday and Tuesday evenings it is also open 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The center is closed Saturday and Sunday.

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Contact & Location

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3920 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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City / State
Des Moines, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday 4:30 PM–8:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, 4:30 PM–8:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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