
Deposit on German cans to yield 120M for Danish Treasury
Starting from 2029, Denmark will implement a deposit system on beverage cans bought in German border shops, which is estimated to generate an annual revenue of 120 million Danish kroner for the state coffer. This measure is expected to reduce cross-border trade of sodas by 60 million liters, while increasing sales and VAT revenue in Denmark by 75 million kroner. Beer purchases are projected to contribute 40 million kroner, and alcohol sodas and cider an additional 5 million kroner. Tax Minister Jeppe Bruus revealed these figures in response to a parliamentary inquiry. The introduction of the deposit system is part of a new EU packaging regulation aimed at reducing plastic and can waste in nature, marking the end of a special exemption formerly granted to Germany.