Netherlands deposit guide

Statiegeld logo Netherlands: deposit values explained

Quick answerThe statiegeld mark identifies eligible Dutch deposit bottles and cans. Small bottles and cans are generally €0.15; large plastic bottles are €0.25.

Eligible scope

What it applies to

Deposit-marked plastic beverage bottles and cans.

Package check

How to identify it

Look for “statiegeld” and the relevant mark or value near the barcode.

Illustrative beverage package showing where to find the deposit identifier in Netherlands
WasteSpot recognition illustration. Open the official source for exact current artwork or wording.

Return route

How to get the refund

Return through a participating supermarket or listed return point.

  1. Check that the mark, wording and barcode match the local scheme.
  2. Empty the container and keep it in the condition required by the system.
  3. Confirm that the selected retailer, machine or redemption point accepts the format.

Important limit

Barcode recognition and scheme registration are required.

Official source

Checked 2026-08-16