3. CEN Standard on reusable packaging (EN 13429:2004)
This standard contains a checklist for assessing the “reusability” of a pack. If the pack fails any of the three tests, it is deemed unfit for reuse:
- Packer/filler must intend to reuse the pack for its original purpose
- Must be possible to clean, wash and/or repair the pack after emptying and to refill or reload it
- A system of reuse must be available, such as a closed loop system (reusable packaging is circulated by a company or a group of companies); or an open loop system (packaging is circulated among unspecified companies, e.g. CHEP); or hybrid system (reusable packaging remains with the end- user and is replenished by a one-way pack, e.g. refill detergent pouches).
*Packs complying with the reuse standard must also be recoverable through material recycling, energy recovery and/or organic recovery.
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