Waste stream

Glass packaging

Examples, preparation rules and common exceptions for glass packaging.

In brief: Green bin.

Typical examples

  • glass bottle — Glass packaging. Empty it. Labels may stay on. Separate the lid into metals and plastics.
  • glass jar — Glass packaging. Empty it. Labels may stay on. Separate the lid into metals and plastics.
  • glass cosmetic bottle — Glass packaging. Empty it. Labels may stay on. Separate the lid into metals and plastics.
  • glass food container — Glass packaging. Empty it. Labels may stay on. Separate the lid into metals and plastics.
  • olive oil bottle — Glass packaging. Empty it. Labels may stay on. Separate the lid into metals and plastics.

How to prepare it

Empty it. Labels may stay on. Separate the lid into metals and plastics.

Most common mistake

Colour or outer material alone is not enough. The item purpose, residues and local rules all matter.

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