Packaging tax in Thuringia: Your sustainable alternative with circ Nette reusable products

The packaging tax is a growing issue in many German cities. While Thuringian cities such as Erfurt and Jena are currently still hesitant to introduce single-use taxes, the need for sustainable packaging alternatives is becoming increasingly important. Circ Nette Mehrwegprodukte offers you a solution: sustainable reusable containers that not only reduce your costs, but also improve your environmental footprint.

Current status of the packaging tax in Thuringia

While Thuringia is generally reluctant to introduce a packaging tax, there are increasing discussions. Cities such as Erfurt, Jena, Gera, Weimar and Suhl are not currently planning to introduce a tax on single-use packaging immediately. The city of Erfurt in particular considers the implementation to be too costly at the moment, while Jena has also considered this in the past, but no concrete measures have yet been taken.

However, the recent ruling by the Federal Constitutional Court on the packaging tax in Tübingen could lead to a change in the situation in the coming years.

We will inform you for the following towns and municipalities in Thuringia as soon as we have information on the status of the packaging tax discussion.
Below you will find our selection of cities and regions that we are monitoring:

• Cities: Erfurt, Jena, Gera, Weimar and Gotha
• Municipalities: Nordhausen, Eisenach, Suhl, Mühhausen and Altenburg

We will keep you up to date.

Reusable products as a solution for restaurateurs in Thuringia

Even if Thuringia is still cautious, restaurants can already rely on sustainable solutions. circ Nette reusable containers offer an easy way to avoid packaging taxes and at the same time ensure that you serve your guests with high-quality, environmentally friendly alternatives.

Product selection from circ Nette:

• Double-walled Coffee To-Go mugs for hot drinks
• To-go meal boxes for hot meals
• Salad bowls for fresh bowls
• Cutlery sets for an environmentally friendly solution
• Cold drink cups for soft drinks
• Soup To Go cups for hot soups
• Delicatessen cups for markets and stalls

These reusable products are ideal for catering businesses looking for a sustainable solution to avoid packaging taxes.

Advantages of circ Nette reusable products:

Cost-saving: save money in the long term by using reusable products instead of disposable packaging.
Environmentally friendly: Reduce packaging waste and conserve resources.
Individually printable: Showcase your brand and increase brand recognition.
Deposit-based: Our reusable products can be offered with a deposit system that encourages your guests to return the containers.

Example: How to save with reusable containers

For catering businesses that use numerous disposable cups every day, there are clear cost savings if they switch to circ Nette reusable products. A business that uses 100 coffee cups a day saves a lot of money in the long term.

An example calculation for disposable cups:

1. Cost per cup: €0.07
2. Daily costs for 100 cups: €7.00
3. Monthly costs: €182.00
4. Annual costs: € 2,184.00

Reusable cup (1x purchase):

• Cost per cup: € 2.07
• Initial investment for 100 cups: €207.00

Long-term through deposit and return: lower costs per cup

The savings are enormous in the long term, especially with a high return rate!

Frequently asked questions about the municipal packaging tax and its alternative (FAQ)

How does the packaging tax work in Thuringia?

There is currently no municipal packaging tax in Thuringia as there is in Tübingen. However, some cities are examining possible measures.

Are circ Nette reusable products subject to a deposit?

Yes, our products are deposit-based, which is a sustainable solution that is beneficial for both catering businesses and customers.

Can I have the reusable products printed individually?

Yes, circ Nette reusable products are fully customizable so you can easily showcase your brand.

How does my business save money by using reusable containers?

By switching to reusable containers, you not only reduce your packaging waste, but also lower your costs in the long term, as the products can be used several times.

Can I test circ Nette reusable products free of charge?

Yes, we will be happy to provide you with a free product sample. Contact us for more information!

Conclusion: Sustainability as a competitive advantage for Thuringian restaurateurs

Even if Thuringia is not yet planning to introduce a packaging tax like in other cities, catering businesses can already take action now with circ Nette reusable products. With a long-lasting, deposit-based system, you protect the environment, save costs and benefit from a positive image with your customers.

Take the opportunity and switch to circ Nette reusable products now! Discover the benefits of sustainability and reduce your costs - contact us today for a free product sample!