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Disposing of: Drink cartons (Tetra Pak)

Drink cartons are composite packaging and go in the yellow bin or bag – not in paper recycling.

01 Where it goes

  1. 01 · RECOMMENDEDYellow bin / bagFor packaging made of plastic, metal and composites.

02 Tips

  • Empty them, no need to rinse; the cap can stay on.

03 Good to know

Give things a second life

Furniture and appliances that still work are welcome at social department stores, swap groups or classified ads – it saves fees and resources.

05 Disposing of Drink cartons (Tetra Pak) in your city

? FAQ: Drink cartons (Tetra Pak)

Q01Where do I take Drink cartons (Tetra Pak) in Germany?

Drink cartons are composite packaging and go in the yellow bin or bag – not in paper recycling.

Q02Does disposing of Drink cartons (Tetra Pak) cost anything?

It depends on your city: many offer free bulky-waste pickups or free drop-off at the recycling centre up to a certain amount. Check your city page for the exact fees.