REUSABLE GLASS BOTTLE WASHING
Less packaging waste. Lower Cost.
A complete service for drink producers.
Real Impact. Measurable Results.
Every bottle returned, washed, and refilled makes a difference – backed by numbers, not promises.
vs. one-way
at 25 times average use
per packaging unit
per wash cycle
Glass Bottle Reuse
The Sustainable Choice For Drink Producers
The shift to reusable glass bottles is no longer a trend – it is an economic and ecological necessity. Bottles that are washed and reused multiple times generate up to 79% less CO₂ compared to recycling. For breweries, beverage brands and drink producers, this translates directly into a lower carbon footprint, a stronger sustainability story and reduced packaging costs.
As Belgium's industrial glass bottle washing centre, Bring Back – in partnership with Gaasch Packaging – offers a fully local return logistics system. Producers return used bottles, which are professionally washed and returned to circulation. Transparent, scalable and future-proof under European PPWR packaging legislation.
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How Does The Pool System Work?
From first conversation to reuse – in 4 steps.
01
Intake Call
We discuss your bottle volumes, formats and logistics. No commitment needed.
02
Join The Pool
When you join the system, you can use glass bottles that are registered in the shared return and washing system.
03
Return & Wash
Used bottles are professionally cleaned and certified for reuse at our Belgian facility.
04
Back In Circulation
Washed bottles are made available again – for you or other pool participants.
Transparent Pricing – With Build-In Savings
A straightforward service fee, a refundable deposit, and meaningful tax reductions for producers who switch to reusable packaging.
How Producers Are Charged
Producers who join the Bring Back pool pay:
- A service fee covering bottle use and crate handling
- A deposit on bottles and crates (refunded on return)
Cost Reductions – What Producers Save
| Saving Type | Who Benefits | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Reduced Fostplus Fee | All sectors using reusable packaging | Fostplus contributions are lower for packaging formats enrolled in a certified reuse system. |
| Reduced Excise Duty | Drink producers | Producers using reusable packaging benefit from a reduced excise duty rate. |
Packaging Regulation Is Changing. Are You Ready?
The European PPWR sets binding reuse targets for drink producers – with key deadlines in 2030 and 2040.
What Is PPWR – Three Core Objectives Of PPWR
Reduce Overall Packaging Waste
Increase Reuse Rates And Recycled Content
Prevent Packaging Waste At Source
Impact On Drinks Sector – Targets
| Deadline | Target | Scope / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2030 | 10% of drink packaging must be reusable | Excludes wine and spirits. Producers currently using disposable glass are most likely to switch first. |
| 2040 | 40% of drink packaging must be reusable | Producers using cans, PET, Tetra Pak and other formats will also need to transition. |
Deposit On Cans & PET – Strategic Note For Producers
Deposit incoming for cans & PET: By 2029, EU member states must introduce a deposit-return system for cans and PET bottles – unless they can demonstrate a selective waste-sorting rate above 90% for those formats. For many producers, switching to reusable glass now avoids both deposit complexity and long-term compliance risk.
What You Need To Know Before You Start
Not all labels are compatible with industrial washing. This is a prerequisite – not an afterthought.
Why Labels Matter For Reuse
Not all labels survive the industrial washing process. Labels that dissolve incorrectly, leave adhesive residue, or contaminate wash water create operational problems at the washing facility and can compromise bottle certification. For this reason, Bring Back requires washable labels – and has a formal process to verify and enforce this.
The Three Party Contract
Bring Back operates a three-way contractual arrangement involving:
| Party | Role | Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| Producer (Drink Brand) | Bottle owner / filler | Ensures labels applied to bottles meet the agreed washability specification. |
| Bring Back | Washing facility / pool operator | Sets the washability standard, verifies compliance, and certifies bottles for reuse. |
| Label Printer | Label manufacturer | Certifies that the label materials, adhesives and inks meet the Bring Back washability specification. |
This three-party contract establishes clear responsibilities for washability – so that if a label causes a problem during washing, the liable party is clearly identified. This protects both Bring Back and the producer.
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Contact Us!
Do you have questions about our products or would you like to receive a customised quote? Use our enquiry form to contact our team of experts directly. We look forward to hearing from you!
E-mail: contact@gaaschpack.eu
Phone: +32 (0)2 454 14 11
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