Check the label: Interesting facts about Tetra Pak

MANILA, Philippines — Every day, billions of liters of water, milk, juice and other liquid foods are consumed. Do you know what goes in the packaging and distribution of the food and drink you give your family?

Get to know these six quick packaging facts about Tetra Pak:

1. 60-year expertise

Innovating the food and beverage packaging system since 1951, Tetra Pak remains a global leader in food safety and distribution. The company also continues to improve by utilizing new technology and processes for the welfare of the people and the environment.

Given the huge shift in digitization in packaging, Tetra Pak developed “The Connected Package,” which allows food and beverage producers to turn their packages into full-scale data carriers for increased traceability and stakeholder value in the entire value chain.

2. Aseptic technology

The specialized Tetra Pak aseptic processes allow liquid food to retain color, texture, natural taste and nutritional value for up to 12 months, without the need for preservatives or refrigeration.

The combination of aseptic processing and packaging reduces waste, as well as makes distribution extremely cost-efficient. The consumer-ready products also make reaching consumers in remote locations possible.

3. Functionality and design

Tetra Pak continues to develop and improve packages meticulously based on functionality and customers’ needs.

4. Low carbon circular technology

The main goal of a low-carbon circular economy is to reduce harmful emissions the impact the environment.

Operations at Tetra Pak is optimized for minimum climate impact because it is powered by renewable energy, manufacturing processes that are highly efficient, and logistics that reduce fuel use.

5. Sustainability

Tetra Pak constantly finds ways to meet the evolving expectations and demands of the market by continuing to responsibly provide safe, secure and sustainable products to its customers and consumers.

“Our research in Tetra Pak Index 2019 shows that consumers believe they carry the responsibility for both their own health and the health of the planet. Based on our research, 43% of consumers say that an environmentally sound package makes them much more likely to consider a brand,” said John Jose, marketing director of Tetra Pak Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia.

The company foresees an attainable sustainable future, which is why it developed beverage cartons to be 100% recyclable.

6. Beneficial choices

Tetra Pak’s ambition is to deliver packages that contribute to a low-carbon circular economy with packages made entirely from renewable and recyclable materials without compromising on food safety requirements.

The brand wants to be right there with its customers and consumers to help them grow sustainably. It has extended its packaging range to include more products with increased renewable content and reduced environmental impact.

Tetra Pak is working to support the sustainable future of our planet and the long-term success of its customers. It uses fewer resources to create packaging solutions without compromising and sacrificing its high-quality standards.

“Choosing a product packaged in a Tetra Pak carton, stamped 'Protect What’s Good.' means making a conscious decision and positive contribution to a sustainable environment,” Jose concluded.