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Disposing of: Bottle caps & lids
Bottle caps and jar lids are metal packaging: put them in the yellow bin or bag. Unscrew lids from jars first.
01 Where it goes
- 01 · RECOMMENDEDYellow bin / bagFor packaging made of plastic, metal and composites.
02 Tips
- Collect caps in a tin so they don't fall through the sorting plant.
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 Bottle caps & lids in your city
? FAQ: Bottle caps & lids
Q01Where do I take Bottle caps & lids in Germany?
Bottle caps and jar lids are metal packaging: put them in the yellow bin or bag. Unscrew lids from jars first.
Q02Does disposing of Bottle caps & lids 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.