The story of cartons
Cartons do so much more than protect food, they also expand access to food, reduce food waste and have a lower climate-impact compared to single-use packaging made primarily from fossil fuel-based materials in the dairy and juice, nectar and still drinks (JNSD) segments1.
Watch the film to see how cartons protect food, benefit people and help keep valuable materials in use.
The story of cartons
Cartons do so much more than protect food, they also expand access to food, reduce food waste and have a lower climate-impact compared to single-use packaging made primarily from fossil fuel-based materials in the dairy and juice, nectar and still drinks (JNSD) segments1.
Watch the film to see how cartons protect food, benefit people and help keep valuable materials in use.
Food protection
Aseptic cartons protect food from physical damage, heat, light, and harmful bacteria, preserving its colour, texture, and taste for months without the need for refrigeration or preservatives. This extended shelf life, combined with the ability to store and transport food without refrigeration, makes food accessible everywhere while also helping to reduce food waste.
Carbon footprint perspective
Multiple Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) and carbon footprint calculators indicate that paper-based cartons tend to have a lower carbon footprint compared to single-use packaging made primarily from fossil fuel-based materials in the dairy and JNSD segments1.
Keeping valuable materials in circulation
Recycling supports a circular future by keeping valuable materials in use for longer. Cartons can be recycled where collection, sorting and recycling infrastructure is in place, at scale. Expanding this infrastructure remains a priority for us. The paper fibres in cartons can be repurposed into new paper products such as boxes and shopping bags, while the remaining non-fibre materials can be recycled into items like warehouse pallets, outdoor furniture, floor panels and more.
*Where adequate collection, sorting and recycling infrastructures are in place, at scale.
1Wohner, B., & Tacker, M. (2020, December). Supporting evidence: Environmental performance of beverage cartons. University of Applied Sciences Campus Vienna.