Aluminum Cans: From Recycling Bin to New Can in Just 60 Days

New research from RRS, commissioned by the Aluminum Association and Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI), confirms that aluminum beverage cans move from recycling bin to newly formed can in less than 60 days. With 97% of recycled aluminum beverage cans becoming new cans, this study highlights aluminum’s role as one of the most efficient and sustainable packaging materials.

Learn how aluminum’s closed-loop recycling system reduces waste, saves energy, and strengthens the circular economy.