When you go to Target, what do you usually see on the shelves? Clothes, toys, food. But what about car seats? Target is one of many big-box stores that have pledged to phase out the sale of new car seats by 2020. The decision has raised a lot of eyebrows, as it’s not clear where people will store their old car seats after 2020. In this blog post, we’ll explore how Target plans to recycle car seats and answer some Frequently Asked Questions about the decision. We’ll also offer some tips for consumers who are concerned about the impact of this decision on their wallets and the environment.
What is Target Recycling?
Target is a popular retailer that recycles many different types of material. Some items they recycle include paper, plastic, and textiles. They have a designated area in the store where these materials are collected.
How Do They Work?
When a car seat is no longer needed and is ready for recycling, Target places them in designated carts and takes them to a nearby sorting facility. There, the seats are examined for damage and sorted by brand. After that, the seats are either sent to recycling plants or destroyed.
Target has been recycling car seats since 2003 and has recovered more than 7 million pounds of used car seats. In 2012 alone, the company recycled 1.1 million pounds of car seats.
What to Expect When Your Car Seat Is Recycled
When you bring your car seat in for recycling, Target will check it to make sure it meets the safety standards of the current safety recall. If your car seat does not meet these safety standards, Target will replace or recycle it free of charge.
If your car seat is from a model year before 2007, Target may not be able to recycle it due to manufacturer restrictions.
Where to Find a Recycling Station Near You
There are many recycling stations around the country, so it can be difficult to know where to find one nearby. The best way to find a recycling station is to search online or ask your neighbors. You can also try contacting your local municipality or waste management organization.
When Does Target Recycle Car Seats?
Target is one of the leading retailers in the United States, and it offers customers a variety of recycling options for their used items. When it comes to car seats, Target offers two options:
The first option is for customers to bring their car seats in to be recycled. Customers can select this option when they are checking out and picking up their items.
The second option is for Target to recycle customer’s car seats through its partnership with Recycling Network. This program allows customers to drop off their car seats at any participating Target store between April 1st and September 30th. Customers can also find information on this program on Target’s website.
Conclusion
Target has announced that it will no longer be accepting used car seats after 2020. This decision was made in light of the fact that there is currently not enough demand for these products, and that they are more environmentally friendly to dispose of than new car seats. If you have a used car seat from Target before 2020, you can either take it to a recycling center or discard it according to the instructions on the product packaging.