The reusable deposit boxes come in three sizes:

• L = fits a lot of food - from burgers to large salads
• M = for chips, pasta and other treats
• S = perfect for chocolate pudding, yogurt & co.

Our reusable deposit boxes are available in three prices:

• Size L = 8 Euros deposit
• Size M = 5 Euros deposit
• Size S = 3 Euros deposit

• 100% recycled plastic
• Free from bisphenol A (BPA)
• Suitable for use with food
• Dishwasher safe
• Freezer-safe down to -25°C
• Box (not lid) microwave-safe

• Let our staff at the serving counter know that you would like to take your food with you.
• They will fill the food into the appropriate box or into several boxes if you would also like to take side dishes.
• Leave the box or boxes open until you arrive at the checkout.
• You will find pre-packed desserts to take away in the refrigerated display cases.
• Pay at the checkout with your CampusCard
  • the price of your meal and
  • the deposit for the box or boxes.

• You can return the reusable deposit boxes at the checkouts in the Mensas and in the Moritz.
• Boxes and lids are checked by staff for obvious damage.
• If everything is in order, we will credit the respective deposit amount to your CampusCard.

• Let our staff at the serving counter know that you would like to take your food with you.
• The Mensa or Moritz team will not put the food in the box(es) you have brought, but in new ones.
• You return the box(es) you brought with you at the checkout.
•  The deposit will be offset against the deposit for the new box(es).

The use of reusable boxes is at your own risk. The Studierendenwerk assumes no liability for damage caused by improper handling, improper cleaning or storage - for example, if you have not properly closed the reusable boxes and therefore the leakage protection does not work, you cannot hold us liable for any damage caused. We are not the producer of the reusable tableware.

The producer Ornamin-Kunststoffwerke GmbH & Co. KG, Kuckuckstraße 20a-24, D-32427 Minden is liable in Germany for damage caused by defective products. The requirements of the Product Liability Act must be met for this.

Our reusable deposit boxes are

• robust and easy to clean,
• suitable for the microwave up to 600 degrees without a lid.

What they do not tolerate, is

•  handling with a sharp, pointed object,

• open fire,

• hotplates,
• grills etc.

On return, boxes and lids will be checked for serious damage, such as burn marks or very deep scratches, and soiling. If such damage is found, we will not take the boxes back and the deposit will not be refunded.

Therefore:

• Please clean the reusable deposit boxes thoroughly after use with warm water and mild washing-up liquid. Rinse well afterwards.
• Ensure that hot dishes are not left at room temperature for longer than 2 hours.
• Avoid contact with sharp objects and stack the items carefully to prevent scratches and damage.
• Store the containers in a dry place to prevent mold growth.

Would you prefer to use your own boxes to take away your Mensa food? No problem. Simply place the clean box without the lid on a tray and pass the tray over the counter.

Our staff will then put the food in this box and hand it back to you on the tray. Background: For reasons of hygiene, our staff are not allowed to touch the container themselves.

Are you having lunch in the Mensa Witzenhausen or the Cafeteria Nordbahnhofstraße? Glass boxes with lids are available there for a 5 euro deposit. You can read everything you need to know on

Since April 28, 2025, we no longer issue Rezzeat boxes.

• You can still return your Rezzeat boxes at the Mensa checkouts up to and including June 28, 2025.
• After that, please contact www.rezzeat.de
• On June 30, 2025, the cooperation between the Studierendenwerk Kassel and Rezzeat will end.