Registered beverage manufacturers must report eligible beverage containers supplied into Queensland in accordance with their reporting obligations.
The information reported is used to calculate scheme contributions and support the operation of the Queensland container refund scheme.
Your minimum reporting and invoicing frequency depend on the number of eligible beverage products you supply each year:
| Annual volume of eligible beverage products | Mandatory reporting frequency* |
|---|---|
| Up to 100,000 (Micro) | Annually |
| 100,001 to 300,000 (Small) | Quarterly |
| More than 300,000 (Large) | Monthly |
| * Beverage manufacturers can choose to report sales volumes more frequently than their minimum reporting requirement. | |
Make sure you have:
Preparing your information in advance can help avoid delays.
Log in to the CDS Business Portal with your registered account.
Provide the number of eligible beverage containers supplied into Queensland during the reporting period.
Check your information before submitting your report.
Following submission, COEX will calculate your scheme contribution and issue an invoice where applicable.
Reporting delays may occur if:
Yes. COEX will periodically engage an independent auditor to ensure compliance with your obligations under the Container Recovery Agreement and with the Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011. We will aim to have any audit done in parallel with other container refund initiatives to ensure minimum disruption to your day-to-day operations.
If you need assistance with reporting sales volumes, visit our contact page to find the right support team.
Disclaimer: This page is a general guide only and is provided to help you understand Queensland’s container refund scheme. It does not replace the legislation and should not be relied on as legal advice. Requirements and obligations depend on the law in force at the relevant time. While we aim to keep this information accurate and up to date, you should check the applicable legislation and seek your own advice if you are unsure about your obligations under the scheme.