Eligible scope
What it applies to
Marked single-use plastic bottles and metal cans from 0.1 to 3 litres.
Package check
How to identify it
Look for the Austrian Einwegpfand mark near the barcode.
Return route
How to get the refund
Return empty, uncrushed and identifiable to a participating point.
- Check that the mark, wording and barcode match the local scheme.
- Empty the container and keep it in the condition required by the system.
- Confirm that the selected retailer, machine or redemption point accepts the format.
Important limit
Milk and milk-mixed drinks and out-of-scope containers can be excluded.
Official source
Checked 2026-08-16