Packaging tax Hesse: Clever reusable solutions with circ Mehrweg

The packaging tax in Hesse is getting closer. Following the landmark ruling by the Federal Constitutional Court on the Tübingen packaging tax, more and more cities in Hesse are considering introducing their own tax on disposable packaging. With the sustainable reusable solutions from circ Nette, you are ideally prepared to save costs and strengthen your environmentally conscious image.

Current situation of the packaging tax in Hesse

The ruling of the Federal Constitutional Court on the Tübingen packaging tax has caused a nationwide stir. In Hesse, cities such as Darmstadt and Wiesbaden are also considering the introduction of such a tax. While Frankfurt prefers a nationwide regulation, other municipalities are keeping a close eye on developments.

• Darmstadt: Plans to re-examine the packaging tax following the court ruling.
• Wiesbaden: Is following the Tübingen model with great interest and is examining its own measures.
• Frankfurt am Main: Relies on existing regulations and would like to see a nationwide solution.
• Fulda: Focuses on minimizing burdens for citizens and businesses.
• Kassel: Currently no plans, but the decision lies with the city council.

Other cities and municipalities are also being examined, such as: Hanau, Marburg, Giessen, Rüsselsheim, Fulda, and Offenbach am Main.

The Tübingen model as a role model

Since 2022, the city of Tübingen has levied a packaging tax of 50 cents on disposable packaging for food and drinks and 20 cents on disposable cutlery and drinking straws. This model serves as a guide for many cities in Hesse.

The Tübingen model as a role model

Since 2022, the city of Tübingen has levied a packaging tax of 50 cents on disposable packaging for food and drinks and 20 cents on disposable cutlery and drinking straws. This model serves as a guide for many cities in Hesse.

circ Nette reusable containers: your sustainable alternative

With the high-quality reusable containers from circ, you are one step ahead of the packaging tax. Our deposit-based system is not only environmentally friendly, but also cost-saving and customer-friendly.

Our product variety

Double-walled coffee to go cups: For coffee, tea or cold drinks
To-go menu boxes: For a delicious lunch or dinner to go
Salad bowls: For delicious salad bowls, pasta dishes or chips to go
Cutlery sets: So that the packaging tax can be avoided
Cold drink cups: For delicious cold drinks, fruit salad on the go or a milkshake
Soup To Go cups: Soup on the go or the popular Pomm-Döner and noodles
Delicatessen cups for weekly markets: familiar sizes taken from the disposable delicatessen cup

Your advantages with circ Nette

Cost savings: Cheaper in the long term than disposable packaging.
Sustainability: Reduce your ecological footprint.
Customer loyalty: Strengthen your environmentally conscious image.
Individualization: Have your containers individually printed.

How the deposit system works

Your customers receive the returnable containers for a deposit and bring them back to return them. This promotes customer loyalty and increases footfall in your store.

FAQs on packaging tax and circ Nette

How much is the packaging tax in Tübingen?

50 cents on packaging for food and drinks, 20 cents on cutlery and drinking straws.

Are the circ Nette containers dishwasher-safe?

Yes, all our containers are dishwasher-safe and food-safe.

Can we customize the containers?

Yes, we offer individual printing options for your brand.

How does the deposit system work?

Customers pay a deposit on receipt and get it back on return.

Does Circ Nette also offer trial options?

You are welcome to contact us and request a product sample.

Conclusion: sustainability pays off

The packaging tax is an important step towards sustainability. With circ Nette reusable containers, you are ideally equipped to save costs, protect the environment and future-proof your company.

Get non-binding advice now! Request your free product sample and see the benefits of circ Nette reusable containers for yourself.