Rc Bottle
Recycling Center in Lewiston, Maine
About This Location
RC Bottle, also listed as RC Redemption Center, is a bottle and can redemption center at 54 Sabattus St in Lewiston, Maine. Under Maine's bottle bill you bring back deposit beverage containers and get your nickel-per-container deposit refunded (15 cents on certain containers such as wine and liquor bottles). The center is open to the public Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is closed Sunday; reviewers note quick service with little wait.
What RC Bottle Accepts
What they do not accept
As a redemption center, RC Bottle handles deposit containers rather than general recycling (household plastics, cardboard, glass food jars) or trash. Non-deposit containers are not redeemable. Confirm which brands/containers are accepted when you drop off.
Fees
- Container deposit refund
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public; bring Maine deposit containers for refund. No appointment needed.
Programs & events
- Maine bottle redemption
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does RC Bottle in Lewiston do?
RC Bottle (RC Redemption Center) is a bottle and can redemption center. You bring back Maine deposit beverage containers and receive your deposit refund in return.
How much do I get back per container?
Under Maine's bottle bill, most eligible containers carry a 5-cent deposit; certain containers such as wine and liquor bottles carry 15 cents. The redemption center refunds that deposit to you.
What are RC Bottle's hours?
RC Bottle is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is closed Sunday. Call 207-319-4821 to confirm.
Can I bring household recycling or glass jars here?
No. A redemption center handles Maine deposit beverage containers, not general household recycling such as cardboard, food jars or non-deposit plastics. Use Lewiston's municipal recycling program for those.
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