Deposit return

How do I recognise an Irish Re-turn container?

Eligible containers are identified through the Irish Re-turn scheme marking and the scheme’s product eligibility rules.

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The mark helps consumers recognise in-scope beverage containers. The barcode is also important for automated return. Keep the container empty, undamaged enough to be recognised and with the label in place.

If the machine rejects a container you believe is eligible, check the scheme’s barcode or consumer guidance and use the retailer’s return procedure where appropriate.

What to do

  • Look for the Re-turn identification.
  • Keep the label and barcode readable.
  • Return through a participating Irish point.

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