Deposit Management System
It is a system to ensure that products which may pollute the environment are collected in a controlled and orderly manner with the participation of consumers, instead of being left uncontrolled in the environment.
What is a Security Deposit Management System?
The Security Deposit Management System is based on the return of products that are placed on the market with a certain deposit fee determined by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, after they are consumed and the deposit fee...
Who is Included in the System?
Producers, i.e. the companies that offer these packaged products to consumers, are obliged to ensure that the packaging and the markings on the packaging are in accordance with the standards developed by the Turkish Environment Agency.
What is the Purpose of the System?
The Security Deposit Management System aims to prevent environmental pollution and to contribute economically by renewing the disposable packaging production system, which turns into an economic loss.
Which Products are Included in the System?
Pet Bottle
Packaging Rules
- The outer diameter/width at the widest part of the package should be between 50-130 mm.
- Package length (including lid/cat) should be between 130-380 mm.
- Packaging Capacity/Volume should be between 0.10-3.01 L.
Glass Bottle
Packaging Rules
- The outer diameter/width at the widest part of the package should be between 50-120 mm.
- Package length (including lid/cat) should be between 130-380 mm.
- Packaging mass should be ≤1.5 kg.
- Packaging Capacity/Volume should be between 0.10-3.01 L.
Aluminum
Packaging Rules
- The outer diameter/width at the widest part of the package should be between 50-100 mm.
- Package length (including lid/cat) should be between 70-240 mm.
- Packaging Capacity/Volume should be between 0.10-3.01 L.
Only one-way packages with a volume between 0.1-3.01 liters are covered.
To be registered as of 01.01.2023
Product Classes;
- Soft drinks (cola, flavored and/or fruit drinks, flavored and/or fruit natural mineral drinks, flavored water, tonic, other soft drinks, etc.)
- Drinking and spring waters,
- Natural mineral waters,
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beers, including aromatized ones,
- Malt beverages,
- Energy drinks,
- Sports drinks.
Packaging Types;
- Glass Packaging,
- Aluminium packaging,
- PET packaging.
Registration Dates to be Determined Later by TÜÇA
Product Classes;
- Fruit juices with a fruit content of 50% or less,
- Fruit juices/nectars with more than 50% fruit,
- Milk and drinkable dairy products,
- Wines, distilled and distillation-derived alcoholic beverages,
- Other/unspecified beverages,
- Other, unspecified liquid foods.
Packaging Types;
- HDPE,
- Composite,
- Others.
News and Announcements
You can view press releases about the Security Deposit Information Management System (DBYS) or important information and announcements for Producers in this area.
About Mandatory Deposit Management System Multiple User Screens
02 February 2024
About Mandatory Deposit Management System Multiple User Screens
Announcement Regarding the Implementation of Procedures and Principles for Mandatory Deposit Management System Applications
30 December 2023
Announcement on the Implementation of Mandatory Deposit Management System Procedures and Principles
Mandatory Deposit Practices DEKAB About Processes
07 December 2023
Mandatory Deposit Practices DEKAB About Processes
Mandatory Deposit Management System Deposit Refund Machine Manufacturers Registration Screen Announcement
04 December 2023
Deposit Refund Machine Manufacturers Registration Screen Announcement
How does the System Work?
The functioning of the system, which will be managed by the Turkish Environment Agency, starts with the production and placing on the market of deposit packaging with labels bearing the deposit symbol in accordance with the criteria set by The Producers.
For this purpose, ”Producers” make their applications via dbys.gov.tr, process the necessary documents, select the authorized label and packaging manufacturer where they want to produce labels/packaging and make an application.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can find answers to the most common questions about the Security Deposit Information Management System in this area.
About System
Producer
Label and Packaging Manufacturer
What is the Mandatory Deposit Management System (Mandatory DYS)?
Mandatory DYS is an ecosystem which will provide for the addition of a deposit fee in the placing on the market of single-use beverages between 0.1 L and 3.01 L intended for human consumption and other products that may be included in the scope, which will be placed on the market as determined by the Turkish Environment Agency (TUCA), the return of empty packaging after it is used by consumers to be sent for recycling without disturbing its physical and visual integrity, and the reimbursement of the deposit fee to the consumer.
Which platform to register to the Mandatory Deposit Management System?
The whole process regarding deposit applications within the scope of the mandatory DYS will be carried out through the Deposit Information Management System (DBYS) platform (dbys.gov.tr). Notifications and data flow will be carried out through the Deposit Information System (DBS) software on this platform. Notifications regarding the process will be made separately by the General Directorate of Mint and Stamp Print House.
What are the benefits of the Mandatory Deposit Management System?
Setting up the necessary substructure for the collection cleanly of empty packaging with deposits and sending them for recycling in order to produce high quality raw materials, savings and emission reduction as a result of the use of recycling materials instead of raw materials, emission reduction caused by the disposal of packaging waste in landfills, contribution to the national economy thanks to the reduction in waste disposal costs of local governments, employment opportunities, preventing throw-away behaviour of consumers/society, ensuring direct participation of society in waste separation/collection systems, preventing pollution in the environment caused by waste bottles, supporting Turkey's participation in global sustainable development action.
Which packages and products does the Mandatory Deposit Management System scope?
The packaging and product classes within the scope of Mandatory DYS are specified in 'Annex-1 and Annex-2 of the Procedures and Principles Regarding Mandatory Deposit Management System Applications'. The '1st, 2nd, 3rd class' packages specified in the table below indicate the types of packages to be registered as of 01.01.2023 and the start date of registration procedures for '4th, 5th, 6th class' packages will be announced by TUCA. The 1st Class products specified in the table below indicate the products to be registered as of 01.01.2023 and the start date of the registration procedures of the '2nd, 3rd, 4th Class' products will be announced by TUCA.
ANNEX-1 Packaging Classes to be Registered/Planned
The 1st Class products specified in the table below indicate the products to be registered as of 01.01.2023 and the start date of the registration procedures of the '2nd, 3rd, 4th Class' products will be announced by TUCA.
ANNEX-2 Product Classes to be Registered/Planned
ANNEX-1 Packaging Classes to be Registered/Planned
| Packaging Classes | Packaging Type | Packaging Description | Packaging Capacity/Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glass | Bottle | 0,10 – 3,01 L |
| 2 | PET | Bottle | 0,10 – 3,01 L |
| 3 | Aluminium | Bottle/ Can | 0,10 – 3,01 L |
| 4 | HDPE | Bottle/ Can | 0,10 – 3,01 L |
| 5 | Composite | Bottle/ Can | 0,10 – 3,01 L |
| 6 | Other | Bottle/ Can | 0,10 – 3,01 L |
The 1st Class products specified in the table below indicate the products to be registered as of 01.01.2023 and the start date of the registration procedures of the '2nd, 3rd, 4th Class' products will be announced by TUCA.
ANNEX-2 Product Classes to be Registered/Planned
| Product | 1st Class | 2nd Class | 3th Class | 4th Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beverage / Food | •Soft drinks (cola, flavoured and/or fruit drinks, flavoured and/or fruit natural mineral drinks, flavoured water, tonic, other soft drinks etc.) •Drinking and spring waters •Natural mineral waters •Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beers including aromatised ones •Malt beverages •Energy drinks •Sports drinks | •Fruit juices/nectars with a fruit content of 50% or less | •Fruit juices/nectars with a fruit content above 50% •Milk and drinkable dairy products | •Wines, distilled and distilled alcoholic beverages •Other/unspecified beverages •Other/unspecified liquid foods |