Packaging designed to make several rotations within an organised reuse system, rather than simply a sturdy container. It must meet 3 conditions: the container withstands successive cycles without losing its function, a return route allows it to be recovered and washing or inspection reconditions it before refilling. A sturdy plastic crate used once and discarded therefore does not count towards the target. Reuse keeps the object whole, whereas recycling grinds down the material to manufacture new packaging.
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