U.S. Mattress Recycling Fee Schedules: State-by-State Requirements
A state-by-state reference for mandatory mattress recycling fees in the United States. Four states currently enforce per-unit recycling fees ranging from $10.50 to $22.50, with additional states considering legislation.
This is a regulated fee — required or governed by law in the jurisdictions below.
Overview
Several U.S. states require retailers to collect a mandatory per-unit recycling fee on mattress and foundation sales. These fees fund the Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) programs that collect and recycle discarded mattresses. Fees must be separately stated on invoices and are not refundable to the consumer.
Fee schedule by jurisdiction
5 jurisdictions with active fee requirements.
| Jurisdiction | Fee |
|---|---|
| California | $10.50 per unit |
| Connecticut | $11.75 per unit |
| Rhode Island | $20.50 per unit |
| Oregon | $22.50 per unit |
| Minnesota | TBD (legislation passed, program not yet active) |
California
$10.50 per unit
Mattresses and foundations
Must be displayed as "Recycle Fee $10.50" on invoices
Connecticut
$11.75 per unit
Mattresses and foundations
Labeled as "Recycle Fee" on sales documents
Rhode Island
$20.50 per unit
Mattresses and box springs
Listed as "Recycle Fee" on receipts
Oregon
$22.50 per unit
Mattresses and foundations
Described as a "recycling assessment" or "recycling fee" on customer documentation
Effective Jan 1, 2025
Minnesota
TBD (legislation passed, program not yet active)
Mattresses and foundations
Bill HF 2361 passed in 2021; program to be coordinated by the Mattress Recycling Council (MRC); fee amount not yet finalized
Enforcement
Retailers who fail to collect mandated mattress recycling fees may face state enforcement actions and fines. Each state program has its own compliance and audit provisions.
What merchants get wrong
State-by-state rates differ significantly—California $10.50, Oregon $22.50—so merchants selling across multiple states cannot use one flat rate. Terminology varies: Rhode Island says "mattresses and box springs," others say "mattresses and foundations"; they generally mean the same thing, but check each state's definitions. California requires the exact label "Recycle Fee $10.50" on invoices; other states are less strict. Minnesota passed legislation in 2021 but the program is not yet active—don't collect a fee there until the MRC finalizes it. From support: the fee consent popup can feel intrusive, and when the fee doesn't show in cart, the most common cause is the app embed or checkout extension not being activated.
Official sources
Related guides
Step-by-step guides for charging u.s. mattress recycling fees on Shopify.
How to Charge Mattress Recycling Fees on Shopify
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Shopify compliance
This is a mandatory fee — merchants selling in covered jurisdictions are legally required to collect it. Shopify requires that mandatory fees be clearly disclosed to customers before checkout. Use a Shopify app like Magical Fees to automate collection and ensure compliance.
This information is maintained by the Magical Apps team and reviewed semi-annually. Always consult official government sources for the most current requirements.
Quick facts
- Regulation
- State Mattress Recycling Program Laws
- Country
- United States
- Jurisdictions
- 5
- Category
- Recycling Fees
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