Roddy's Redemption
Recycling Center in China, Maine
About This Location
Roddy's Redemption is a hand-sort beverage-container redemption center at 110 Route 3 (ME-3 S) in South China, Maine. Like other independent Maine redemption centers, it takes back deposit-marked bottles and cans and pays customers the state refund value — 5¢ on most beer, soda, water and hard-cider containers and 15¢ on wine and spirits bottles over 50 mL. The center has historically operated only a few days each week while the owners hand-count and sort account-holder and walk-in returns. Note: as of late 2026 the same storefront and phone number are also listed under the name "Tam's Rte 3 Redemption Center," so the business may have changed hands or been renamed — call ahead to confirm current name and hours before bringing a large load.
Status Update
This location appears to be moved. Operating as a redemption center at 110 Route 3; as of November 2026 the same address and phone (207-445-5822) are listed under the name 'Tam's Rte 3 Redemption Center.' The business appears to have been renamed or changed ownership. Call ahead to confirm.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much will I get back for my bottles and cans at Roddy's Redemption?
Under Maine's bottle bill you get 5¢ for most beer, soda, water, hard-cider and noncarbonated drink containers, and 15¢ for wine and spirits bottles larger than 50 mL. The container must carry the Maine deposit marking to be redeemable.
Is it still called Roddy's Redemption?
The center at 110 Route 3 in South China has operated as Roddy's Redemption. As of November 2026 the same address and phone number are also listed as 'Tam's Rte 3 Redemption Center,' so the name may have changed. Call (207) 445-5822 to confirm the current name and hours.
What days is the redemption center open?
Listings show a limited weekly schedule, with returns taken on Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Independent centers often adjust days to keep up with sorting, so it's best to call ahead.
Can I return out-of-state bottles and cans here?
No. Only beverage containers that carry the Maine deposit label qualify for a refund. Containers sold in other states without the Maine deposit marking cannot be redeemed.
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