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About This Location

Spencer Can And Bottle Redemption Center is an Iowa DNR-registered redemption center at 610 E Milwaukee in Spencer, Iowa. It pays back the 5-cent deposit on redeemable beverage containers - aluminum cans, and plastic and glass bottles. The center was approved by the Iowa DNR in January 2025 and runs afternoon hours, closing on Wednesdays and weekends.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum cans (Iowa deposit)
✓ Plastic bottles (Iowa deposit)
✓ Glass bottles (Iowa deposit)

Related recycling guides: Glass · Plastic

What they do not accept

✕ Household trash
✕ Electronics
✕ Appliances
✕ Non-deposit recyclables

Access & restrictions

public; brings Iowa deposit beverage containers for the 5-cent refund · Iowa DNR-registered redemption center (approved January 23, 2025); pays $0.05 per redeemable container. Afternoon hours only; closed Wednesdays and weekends.

Programs & events

  • Iowa bottle-deposit redemption — Pays back $0.05 per redeemable aluminum can, plastic bottle and glass bottle under Iowa's container-deposit law

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is each can worth at Spencer Can & Bottle?

Iowa's deposit law sets the refund at 5 cents per eligible redeemable container, so you receive $0.05 for each qualifying can or bottle.

What are the hours?

The center is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. It is closed Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

What containers can I redeem?

Aluminum cans, plastic bottles and glass bottles that carry the Iowa deposit. Non-deposit containers are not redeemable.

Can I recycle styrofoam or drop off trash here?

No. This is a deposit-container redemption center, not a recycling or trash drop-off. Styrofoam, household garbage and other non-deposit items are not accepted.

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Contact & Location

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Address
Llc, 610 E Milwaukee, Spencer, IA 51301
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City / State
Spencer, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed