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Deposit return in Michigan

Check the on-pack identifier before travelling. Only containers covered by this system and meeting its condition rules are eligible for a refund.

PACKAGE LABEL GUIDE

How to identify eligible containers

Look for MI 10c or equivalent Michigan refund wording.

What to look for
MI 10c · REFUND VALUE
Where it appears
It commonly appears in a multi-state refund line on the label or can lid.

The text is the key recognition element; a unique Michigan-only logo is not required on every package.

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Illustrative beverage package showing where to find the deposit identifier in Michigan
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Covered carbonated beverage containerUSD 0.10

Eligible scope

Beverage containers covered by the state bottle bill; covered beverage categories and sizes vary by state.

Common exclusions

Non-covered beverage categories, unmarked containers and packaging outside the state law.

How to return

Use retailer redemption, a redemption centre or the state-authorised return network.

  1. Find the identifier shown above or the applicable refund wording on the package.
  2. The container must be eligible under the state law and normally show the applicable refund value.
  3. Confirm the selected return point before travelling.

Official sources

Checked 2026-08-12