You've probably already noticed: the caps attached to your soda bottle. Starting July 3, this will become the norm for almost all bottles and containers intended for single use. In this blog, we explain why this change is taking place.

Why do all bottles have fixed caps?

A change in European legislation ensures that from July 3 caps will be fixed on plastic bottles and other beverage containers intended for single use. This change should ensure that less litter ends up in nature. The loose caps often end up in nature, where they are mistaken by animals for food.

What are the benefits of the new regulations?

In addition to preventing litter, the stuck caps are also good for something else - contributing to the circular economy. By leaving the cap on the bottle, you prevent it from ending up in nature. This makes it easier for recyclers to effectively reuse both bottles and caps to create new products. In addition, solid caps help reduce CO2 emissions. Because recycling the old bottles with caps becomes easy, more new bottles can also be made. The production of PET bottles from recycled material releases 70% less CO2 than when produced from new fossil fuels.

Does TakeAware have fixed-cap bottles?

Everyone has to deal with these regulations. That's why our rPET bottles also get a fixed cap. In addition to our rPET bottles, you will find a wide range of friendly disposables on our digital shelves that contribute to a circular economy. For example, we offer many disposables made from plant-based materials. Take a quick look at our full range.