Tetra Pak and García Carrión introduce the first paper-based barrier juice carton, reducing carbon emissions and improving recyclability.
Tetra Pak, in collaboration with García Carrión, today unveiled the first-ever use of its paper-based barrier technology for juice packaging. This innovation in sustainable food packaging solutions marks a significant step towards reducing reliance on fossil-based materials, with the new packaging material now being rolled out across multiple markets.
What is paper-based barrier juice packaging?
Tetra Pak, together with leading Spanish beverage producer García Carrión, has launched the Tetra Brik® Aseptic 200 ml Slim Leaf carton featuring a paper-based barrier for juice, under the flagship Don Simón brand. This is the first juice portion pack globally to use the innovative barrier and the first such package available in Spain. Made with up to 80% paper, the packaging reinforces its sustainability credentials. The combination of the paper-based barrier with plant-based polymers used in the packaging material coatings, pushes the renewable content to a remarkable 92%, while reducing the carbon footprint by 43% compared with an aseptic package that uses aluminium foil layer, as verified by the Carbon Trust¹.
World’s first paper-based barrier aseptic juice carton
“We are proud to lead the way in sustainable packaging for the juice category. For more than 135 years, García Carrión has been committed to responsible innovation and respect for the environment,” said Don José García Carrión, President of García Carrión.
“This innovation supports our mission to reduce environmental impact while offering high-quality products to our consumers”, added Fala Corujo, Vice President of García Carrión.
For García Carrión, this packaging solution represents a new industrial application of its 360° Sustainability Strategy, recognised with the Factories of the Future Award 2024 for Excellence in Sustainability and Circular Economy.
Tatiana Liceti, Executive Vice President, Packaging Solutions at Tetra Pak commented: “This launch represents a significant step in our journey towards fully renewable and recyclable packaging. By working closely with our customers, we’re proving that sustainable innovation can scale across markets and categories, while ensuring packaging retains its functionality and quality.”
Market rollout and recognition
The first rollout of this innovative packaging is in Spain under the Don Simón brand. García Carrión, a leader in sustainability, has already received accolades for its environmental efforts. This launch follows Tetra Pak’s earlier success with a similar dairy carton in Portugal, which won recognition for resource efficiency.
Paper-based barrier juice packaging is a game-changer for the beverage industry. By combining sustainability with functionality, Tetra Pak and García Carrión are paving the way for a greener future. This innovation is a significant step toward achieving fully renewable and recyclable packaging solutions.
