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$212,000 Hefty recyclable bags settlement

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Oct 01, 2026
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Reynolds Consumer Products has agreed to pay $212,000 to settle an Arizona Attorney General action alleging the company falsely marketed Hefty brand bags as "recyclable" when they were not accepted by most recycling programs.

The case, State of Arizona v. Reynolds Consumer Products Inc., et al., was brought by the Arizona Attorney General's office. If you are an Arizona consumer who purchased Hefty "Recycling" bags or transparent blue or clear Hefty bags and filed a complaint, you may be eligible for a proportional share of the restitution fund.

Who Is Eligible?

You may be eligible to file a claim if you:

  • You are an Arizona consumer
  • You purchased Reynolds' "Recycling" bags or transparent blue or clear Hefty bags
  • You filed a complaint with the Arizona Attorney General's Office

How Much Can You Get?

Class members receive a proportional share of the net settlement fund ($30,000 allocated for consumer restitution from the $212,000 total) based on the amount they paid for Hefty recycling bags. Exact per-person amounts are to be determined.

How to File Your Claim

Filing your claim is quick and easy:

  • Submit a complaint through the Arizona Attorney General's website
  • Or mail to: State of Arizona Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Advocacy Section, 2005 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004-1592
  • For questions, call 602-542-5200
  • Deadline: October 1, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Hefty bags are included in the recyclable bags settlement?

The settlement covers Hefty bags that were marketed or labeled as recyclable. Specific product names and model numbers will be detailed in the final settlement documents when they become available.

Do I need receipts to claim money from the Hefty settlement?

While proof of purchase is typically helpful, the exact documentation requirements haven't been finalized yet. Some settlements allow alternative forms of proof if you no longer have receipts.

When is the deadline to file a Hefty recyclable bags claim?

The filing deadline has not been announced yet. Once the settlement receives final court approval, class members will typically have several months to submit their claims.

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