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coffee cup disposal in Germany

In short: Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin). Coffee cups in Germany are licensed through the Duale System (dual system).

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Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin)

Why

  • Coffee cups in Germany are licensed through the Duale System (dual system).
  • Like other composite packaging, they belong in the Gelbe Tonne, Gelber Sack (yellow bin or bag) or Wertstofftonne (recycling bin).

What you can make from it

seedling potspaper-plastic cups1–2 weeks
  • rinse cup thoroughly
  • drill hole in base for drainage
  • fill with soil and plant seeds
pen potpaper-plastic cupsimmediate
  • clean cup
  • optional: cover outside with paint or paper
  • use as pen pot

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