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Coca-Cola Switzerland changes to 100 percent rPET*

At the beginning of May, Coca-Cola Switzerland will introduce 100 percent recycled PET (rPET)* on all bottles produced in Switzerland. To close the material cycles and prevent downcycling, the company has made substantial investments.  

With the introduction of bottles made from 100 percent recycled material*, Coca-Cola Switzerland is taking a big step towards a circular economy. The switch will save around 3,300 metric tonnes of new PET per year in the country and have an extremely positive effect on the eco-balance of Switzerland’s largest beverage producer. Compared to virgin PET, the production of bottles from recycled material requires only half as much energy.

When it comes to recycling PET, the Swiss are among the absolute world leaders. Over 82 percent of used PET bottles end up at the collection point. The introduction of 100 percent rPET* is a partnership between the manufacturer and the consumer. “Hand in hand, we are doing our part to protect the environment”, says Vincent Rameau, General Manager Coca-Cola Switzerland.

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The 100 percent rPET* bottles will be introduced from May 2022 for all products manufactured in Switzerland, on brands such as Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero, Fanta, Sprite and Mezzo Mix.

Find out more about our commitment to a world without waste here.

*except for the bottle cap and label