: Many enthusiasts bypass new retail options at stores like Staples or Office Depot (0.5.19) and instead buy the cheapest 50-cent CDs at thrift stores just to harvest the high-quality, "original" cases. Where to Acquire Replacement Cases
: Most jewel cases are made of brittle polystyrene (HIPS), which is rarely accepted by standard recycling facilities. Buying new plastic cases contributes to a cycle of waste, leading some collectors to advocate for repurposing (0.5.17) or donating old cases to libraries instead. buy empty cd cases
: Serious collectors often buy high-quality replacement cases to protect rare imports or out-of-print box sets that have market value. : Many enthusiasts bypass new retail options at