{"id":12937,"date":"2026-04-23T05:55:55","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T09:55:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=12937"},"modified":"2026-04-23T05:55:55","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T09:55:55","slug":"tetra-pak-and-sterilgarda-unveil-1-litre-paper-barrier-carton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=12937","title":{"rendered":"Tetra Pak and\u00a0Sterilgarda\u00a0unveil 1-litre paper-barrier carton\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"


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The new barrier has been added to the Tetra Brik Aseptic 1000 Edge format. Credit: Tetra Pak\/ Sterilgarda Alimenti. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

Tetra Pak and Italian dairy producer\u00a0Sterilgarda\u00a0Alimenti have introduced a 1-litre carton that uses a paper-based barrier.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The new barrier has been added to the Tetra Brik Aseptic 1000 Edge format.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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When used together with plant-based polymers, the package has a renewable content of 90%,\u00a0noted\u00a0the company.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Made for\u00a0\u201cambient\u201d\u00a0distribution, the carton is intended to provide shelf life and performance in line with conventional aseptic packs that\u00a0contain\u00a0an aluminium foil barrier.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Tetra Pak said the design can cut carbon emissions by as much as 50%, based on verification by the Carbon Trust.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sterilgarda\u00a0Alimenti Plant Director Giampaolo Rossi\u00a0said:\u202f\u201cWe at\u00a0Sterilgarda\u00a0Alimenti stand for tradition and innovation. Through our continuous improvements in technology and product quality, we aim to\u00a0provide\u00a0the best possible answers to evolving consumer needs.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cTetra Pak\u2019s new paper-based barrier is a groundbreaking innovation in beverage packaging and represents a significant contribution to our journey towards greater sustainability.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Tetra Pak said the paper-based barrier changes the pack\u2019s structure from three main materials to two: paper and polymers. The higher paper share may help recycling systems by improving material recovery and quality, while keeping the pack strong enough to protect aseptic products during their lifecycle.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Tetra Pak\u00a0packaging solutions\u00a0executive vice president Tatiana\u00a0Liceti\u00a0commented:\u202f\u201cAs environmental sustainability continues to shape the food and beverage industry, this innovation is\u00a0an important step\u00a0forward. It introduces a new barrier material that helps producers move closer to their environmental goals.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, this is about harnessing the power of paper to make beverage cartons more renewable. This is the result of working\u00a0hand-in-hand\u00a0with our customers, supporting them as they offer responsible choices that consumers increasingly expect.\u2019\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n

The development comes after Tetra Pak committed\u00a0\u20ac60m ($71.2m)\u00a0to a pilot plant<\/a>\u00a0for paper-based barrier technology at its site in Lund, Sweden.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The company first introduced an aseptic beverage carton with a paper-based barrier in 2023 in a portion-pack format on flexible lines. It later adapted the technology for high-speed lines.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The company said it plans to spend about \u20ac100m\u00a0a year until 2030 on sustainable packaging development, including packs with simpler material structures and more renewable content.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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