Recycling Programs in Connecticut
Connecticut participates in PaintCare's paint stewardship program and was the first state with a mandatory mattress recycling law (2013), funding free Bye Bye Mattress recycling and required retailer take-back, see our mattress guide. Connecticut also has a bottle deposit law, 10 cents per covered container, and replaced its old per-tire disposal fee with a producer-funded Tire Extended Producer Responsibility law in 2023, the first of its kind in the country.
State-specific programs
- PaintCare
A paint-industry-funded stewardship program operating in states with paint stewardship laws, collecting leftover paint, stains, sealers, and clear coatings at retailer and government drop-off sites. Illinois is the newest participating state, its program began December 2025.
- Bye Bye Mattress (Mattress Recycling Council)
A mattress-industry-funded stewardship program operating in states with mattress recycling laws. A per-unit fee is collected when a mattress or box spring is purchased, and that fee funds free recycling drop-off and required retailer take-back at delivery.
Sources
Programs, hours, fees, eligibility, and accepted materials can change. Confirm details with the facility before traveling.
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