Aluminium
Confidence: high · Place: Germany · Last checked: September 2026
Why
- Tea light holders are usually made of aluminium or tinplate and are considered metal packaging.
- Metal packaging belongs in the Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin), Gelber Sack (yellow bag), or Wertstofftonne (recycling bin).
In some communities, the Gelber Sack (yellow bag) system or a Wertstofftonne (recycling bin) is used instead of the Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin).
varies by Collection system (Gelbe Tonne, Gelber Sack, Wertstofftonne)Before you throw it away
- Empty the holder of any wax residue (if necessary, rinse briefly with warm water).
- Allow to dry before placing in the Gelbe Tonne (yellow bin).
What you can make from it
Mini flower pot for succulents