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The Romanian government has established new regulations regarding the 50-cent deposit for bottles and cans that are not returned. These rules clarify how unclaimed amounts are calculated, including expired recycling vouchers. The funds will remain within the deposit-return system to support its operations. The changes were approved on October 30, 2026, and published on November 2, 2026. The regulations do not alter the deposit amount or impose additional obligations on consumers. Unused vouchers will be counted as unclaimed guarantees, but consumers can still reclaim their deposits for returned items. The funds from unclaimed guarantees will be used solely for the system's operational efficiency.