Sell PET in California

BlackBridge Recycling buys PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottle bales, flake, and post-industrial scrap from California generators. We handle CRV-eligible bales, support SB 54 documentation, and route material through both domestic bottle-to-bottle reclaimers and the Ports of LA / Long Beach for export. Call 800-449-5084.

Sell PET in California

BlackBridge Recycling buys PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottle bales, flake, and post-industrial scrap from California generators. We handle CRV-eligible bales, support SB 54 documentation, and route material through both domestic bottle-to-bottle reclaimers and the Ports of LA / Long Beach for export. Call 800-449-5084.

California is the most demanding PET market in the U.S.

California’s PET economics are unique. The CRV (California Redemption Value) program, SB 54 packaging EPR, and aggressive PCR mandates from California-based brands (Coca-Cola, PepsiCo California ops, Nestle Waters California, and a host of bottled-water and juice brands) all push California PET pricing above national averages — but with strict documentation, certification, and chain-of-custody requirements.

California PET origination splits between MRF and processor bales (CRV-eligible), beverage bottler post-industrial preform and bottle scrap, and the dense SoCal packaging-converter base producing PET sheet and thermoform offcut. The Ports of LA and Long Beach — together the largest U.S. container gateway — give BlackBridge export options when domestic demand softens, but most premium California PET stays domestic for PCR programs.

PET grades we buy in California

• CRV-eligible clear PET bottle bales (premium pricing)
• CRV-eligible mixed PET bottle bales
• Non-CRV PET bottle bales
• PET flake (washed, clear, color)
• Post-industrial PET preforms and bottle scrap
• PET strapping and sheet scrap
• CPET / APET thermoform bales (spec-dependent)

Mill-size bales (≥1,000 lbs) preferred for export and premium domestic placement.

Why California suppliers choose BlackBridge

• CRV processor coordination — we work with CalRecycle-certified processors
• SB 54 documentation support — chain-of-custody and end-market disclosure
• Domestic bottle-to-bottle relationships for premium PCR demand
• LA/LGB port access for export when pricing wins
• Net-15 to Net-30 terms for vetted accounts

California PET pricing context

California PET pricing reflects the CRV processing payment structure, brand PCR demand, and regional reclaimer capacity. Clear PET bottle bales (CRV-eligible, mill-grade) have historically traded above national averages, mixed-color in middle ranges, and washed clear PET flake at significant premiums for bottle-to-bottle. Post-industrial preform scrap is one of the highest-value PET grades. Pricing changes weekly with brand commitments and CRV cycles — call 800-449-5084.

FAQ — Selling PET in California

Q: How does CRV affect what I can sell to BlackBridge?
A: CRV-eligible material requires handling through a CalRecycle-certified processor for the redemption payment. We coordinate with certified processors so you receive the CRV processing payment alongside the scrap value, or we structure the transaction so the certified processor handles the CRV and we handle the underlying bale value.

Q: Do you support SB 54 reporting?
A: Yes. We provide weight tickets, end-market destination disclosure (domestic vs export, reclaimer name where allowed), and chain-of-custody records to support generator and PRO reporting under SB 54. Producer-fee filings remain with the producer.

Q: Can you support brand PCR commitments — verified end-market?
A: Yes. For brand-side generators with public 25%/50%/100% PCR commitments, we route premium clear PET to verified bottle-to-bottle reclaimers and provide certificates documenting end use. This supports CDP, GRI, and CSRD reporting.

Q: What’s the difference between CRV-eligible and non-CRV bales for pricing?
A: CRV-eligible bales carry the redemption payment value — typically substantially above the underlying scrap value. Non-CRV PET (commercial generators, food-service, non-beverage) trades on pure scrap value. Both have markets — we’ll quote each transparently.

How to sell PET to BlackBridge — 4 steps

1. Send a spec — bale grade, CRV status, monthly volume, photos
2. Get a quote — same-day to one business day
3. Schedule pickup — SoCal, Bay Area, Central Valley
4. Get paid — Net-15 to Net-30 from weight ticket

Related reading

• sell-pet — full PET program
• sb-54-compliance-guide
• crv-pet-program
• contact — talk to a BlackBridge buyer

Ready to sell PET in California?

Call 800-449-5084 or email sales@blackbridgerecycling.com. BlackBridge Recycling — buying PET from California generators since 2011.

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