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Project SIG
Brand(s) Diversified Foods Packaged Product(s) Milk, flavoured milk, fruit juices, nectars, plant-based beverages
Market(s) North America Release to Market(s) 2022
Manufacturer SIG Material(s) Carton
Summary
  • Initial launch in portion-sized format
  • Provider reports barrier properties comparable to standard aseptic cartons which have an aluminum foil layer.
  • Provider reports cartons have low energy intensity, are produced with 100% renewable electricity, and consist predominantly of renewable forest-based materials.
  • Provider reports the removal of aluminum provides a 27% carbon footprint reduction
  • Provider reports paperboard is FSC-certified
  • Aseptic cartons are recyclable in Canada
References (2023) https://www.canadianpackaging.com/packpress/diversified-foods-expands-product-line-in-sig-minibloc-on-the-go-carton-packs/ (2023) https://packagingeurope.com/news/sig-sets-target-to-reach-90-fibre-content-in-aluminium-free-aseptic-cartons-by-2030/10233.article (2022) https://www.foodincanada.com/packaging/sig-unveils-worlds-first-full-barrier-aluminum-free-aseptic-carton-solutions-151991/ (2022) https://packagingsouthasia.com/type-of-article/new-product/alu-free-signature-evo/