returnable packaging
[/rɪˈtɜːrnəbəl ˈpækɪdʒɪŋ/]
nounpl: returnable packagings
embalagem retornável
1. Packaging materials or containers designed to be returned to the manufacturer or retailer for reuse, refilling, or recycling after the product has been consumed or used
Glass bottles are a common form of returnable packaging used by beverage companies.
Garrafas de vidro são uma forma comum de embalagem retornável usada por empresas de bebidas.
2. A system where customers pay a deposit on packaging that is refunded when the container is returned
The beer distributor offers returnable packaging with a deposit of 50 cents per bottle.
A distribuidora de cerveja oferece embalagem retornável com depósito de 50 centavos por garrafa.
3. Packaging intended for multiple uses rather than single-use disposal
Many European countries mandate returnable packaging to reduce waste.
Muitos países europeus obrigam o uso de embalagem retornável para reduzir resíduos.
In Brazil, returnable packaging systems have become increasingly important due to environmental concerns and waste management challenges in major cities. The deposit system is particularly common for glass bottles of beer, soft drinks, and mineral water. In contrast to the USA, where single-use packaging dominates, many Brazilian states and the EU have implemented or are moving toward mandatory returnable packaging legislation. This reflects broader environmental consciousness and sustainability initiatives in these regions.
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