Abstract: A method for performing a redemption transaction involves purchasing of new retail cookware, sending used/recyclable cookware to a vender-designated recycling facility, and forwarding a customer bonus item in exchange for the recyclable cookware. The recyclable cookware can be returned in the new cookware retail packaging. The consumer accesses a vender website to select a bonus item and to print out a shipping label for returning the recyclable cookware. The shipping label includes a unique redemption identifier. Upon receipt of the recyclable cookware, the vender facility forwards a customer bonus item to the customer based upon customer preferences and the amount/type of recyclable material returned.