Refill Realities Country Profile – Bangladesh

Refill in Bangladesh remains deeply embedded in traditional, necessity-driven markets where bulk purchasing is a daily norm. Formal business models are just emerging, requiring new national safety standards and fiscal incentives to transition into mainstream retail.

Snapshot on refill in Bangladesh:

• No binding legal or policy instruments that sets reuse targets or directly regulate businesses adopting refill solutions.
• Voluntary EPR scheme only.
• National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) present in country.
• At least two refill enterprises.
• Brand commitments for refill.
• Small range of products present in refill: Mainly home care.
• No deposit return scheme in place.

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