Recycle for Europe

Send your recyclables, reusables and returns today. Stratasys accepts all types of FDM packages for returns and recycling.

Start recycling with Stratasys

For large, palletized returns of 50 or more cartridges/canisters

Please complete the Pallet Returns form below.

Select your country, then click the "Ship your Package" button. You will be redirected to an external site to complete the shipping process.
Receiving address is already predefined.
Packing Process

Enter the canisters and spools (FDM only) you are returning in a box.
- Maximum shipping weight is 30 KG per box. Multiple boxes you can return.
- Dimensions and Weight must be indicated for box/packages in millimeters
- Maximum box size 61 x 61 x 61 cm and 28KG.
Print labels
- When all relevant fields are filled out “click” submit.
- A new window will pop up with the confirmation that the return order is completed.
- A PDF file with the shipping label are incl. in the confirmation.
- Regardless of this you will get an e-mail notification which incl. the shipping label as well.
Place one return label on each box.

Ship Your Package Download DHL Guide

Are there special packing or shipping requirements?

Use the product’s original box if it is available. However, you can use any sturdy, intact box for shipping. Do not include packing foam or other non-recyclable material.

Are there limits to how much I can recycle and/or return?

We do not limit how much you can recycle and/or return. However, to comply with shipping requirements, individual parcels may not exceed 61 x 61 x 61 cm or 28 kg.

Please stack the empty returns on a one-way pallet. No pick-up or exchange possible for Steel-, cage-, Euro-pallets, or any other kind of containers / pallets.

For larger shipments; please stack the returns on a one-way pallet and fill out the pallet returns form. (See pallet returns instructions)

What is the cost of returning empty cartridges, canisters, spools, and print engines?

Stratasys GmbH pays the cost of shipping and return of your empty cartridges, canisters, spools, print engines.

Can I Recycle or Return full PolyJet cartridges or waste containers?

No. Stratasys does not recycle full/partial PolyJet cartridges or waste containers. Please recycle locally according to local waste regulations.

What type of Canisters are applicable?

These are the types of packages applicable -

Fortus Classic Canisters
Fortus Plus Canisters
Fortus 184 CI Canisters
Fortus Xtend 500 Canisters
F123 Spools
Dimension / Fortus 250 Cartridges
uPrint Spools

recycling sticker template small industrytile

What can I return?

To be green. Simply follow our Recycling + Returns Instructions to return or recycle your used cartridges, canisters, spools, print engines and containers for return or recycle. We make it easy to be responsible!

Look for this symbol on your Stratasys packaging to ensure your items are recyclable.

Items you can return

cartridge