non-returnable
[/nɑːn rɪˈtɜːrnəbl/]
adjective
não retornável
1. unable to be returned to a seller or manufacturer; not eligible for return
The bottle is non-returnable, so you cannot exchange it for a refund.
A garrafa é não retornável, então você não pode trocá-la por reembolso.
2. describing a container or product that cannot be brought back for reuse or recycling
We switched to non-returnable packaging to reduce costs.
Mudamos para embalagem não retornável para reduzir custos.
3. indicating a final or irreversible situation
Once the decision was made, it seemed non-returnable.
Uma vez que a decisão foi tomada, parecia irreversível.
In Brazil, non-returnable products are increasingly common in supermarkets and e-commerce due to cost-reduction strategies. Consumer protection laws (Código de Defesa do Consumidor) have specific regulations about non-returnable items. In the USA, non-returnable goods are typically marked clearly at purchase, and retailers must disclose this information to comply with consumer protection regulations. Environmentally, non-returnable containers have become controversial due to sustainability concerns.
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