New California Redemption Value (CRV) Requirements

By Published On: September 25, 2023

Starting January 1, 2024, wine and distilled spirits products will be added to the California Beverage Container Recycling Program (BCRP). The Bottle Bill will require beverage containers to have a California Redemption Value (CRV) ranging from $0.05 to $0.25. Beginning July 1, 2025, producers will be required to include “CA Redemption Value,” “California Redemption Value,” “CA Cash Refund,” “California Cash Refund,” or “CA CRV” on all beverage containers sold or offered for sale in California.

The new regulations are being touted as the largest change to the California Wine Industry since the end of prohibition. And It is set to affect nearly 50% of wine producers in America – 4,400 CA wineries and 1,100 CA Type 82 Licensees (CA direct shipping license).

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About the Author: Taylor Harrison

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Taylor joined the alcohol industry directly out of college as an intern with Constellation Brands. Shortly after, he was awarded the ability to play lacrosse for Team England, so he moved to London, where he began working as a fine wine market analyst for the London International Vintners Exchange. During his summers, he would take time off to do vintage work at a nearby winery in Surrey. Taylor joined Vinoshipper, from London, in 2021 and started up the data analytics program, offering insight into the craft alcohol industry.