Riedel, a leading juice producer in the Netherlands, continues to drive innovation in sustainable packaging by transitioning its Van de Boom syrup range from metal cans into SIG carton packs made of the packaging material SIG Terra Forest-based polymers. 95 % of this SIG carton packaging material is forest-based – including polymers linked to forest-based renewable materials via a mass balance system.

All three key raw materials of the packaging material come from certified responsible sources via mass-balance systems: paperboard is from FSC^™-certified forests and other controlled sources; forest-based renewable polymers are certified according to ISCC PLUS; and an ultra-thin layer of aluminum which protects against light and oxygen is covered by ASI (Aluminium Stewardship Initiative) certification. It reduces the already low carbon footprint of standard SIG packaging material further by up to – 43 %¹, as a result of the substitution of fossil polymers with mass-balanced forest-based polymers made from tall oil – a by-product of paper manufacturing. They are a move away from conventional fossil-based polymers.

Compared to other packaging substrates, e.g. made purely from metal or plastic, SIG carton packs offer a best-in-class carbon footprint based on their high share of renewable raw materials and their light weight².

The move from cans to carton underscores Riedel’s strong commitment to reducing its environmental footprint by progressively converting the majority of its portfolio into SIG carton packs. Beyond the packaging evolution, Riedel ensures that its fruit syrups maintain their exceptional quality. The syrups contain 85 % fruit – according to Riedel the highest fruit content in the Dutch syrup market. Now, with no added sugars, they offer a healthier choice for consumers. In addition to the fruit syrups, Riedel is introducing unique green iced tea syrups in two fruity flavours in aseptic cartons, boasting reduced sugar content and fewer calories.

Riedel’s journey toward more sustainable packaging began in 2018 with the move of CoolBest and Appelsientje into SIG carton packs made of SIG Terra Forest-based polymers packaging material. This milestone laid the foundation for expanding the use of more sustainable packaging materials across its portfolio in the following years. In 2022, Riedel demonstrated bold leadership by replacing small PET bottles with SIG Smile carton packs, achieving a remarkable 75 % reduction in CO₂ emissions³.

“At Riedel, we believe that every step toward a more sustainable and healthier future counts. Transitioning our Van de Boom syrup range to carton packs with SIG’s innovative packing material not only allows us to significantly reduce our environmental impact but also enables us to offer healthier choices for consumers. With our new low-calorie syrups containing less sugar, we continue to provide high-quality products that align with evolving consumer preferences.”, said Julie van Bergen, Brand Manager at Riedel.

¹based on an independent ISO-compliant life-cycle assessment for SIG PremiumBloc in the Netherlands: https://go.sig.biz/l/251992/2024-06-07/7rbys4/251992/1717756941Oq0kjuGc/SIG_Terra_Alu_free_Forest_based_polymers_in_SIG_PremiumBloc_and_SIG_Ma.pdf%202
²based on independent ISO-compliant life-cycle assessments available at: https://www.sig.biz/en/sustainability/life-cycle-assessments
³according to an LCA commissioned by Riedel: https://www.riedel.nl/lca-deel-a/

Dutch company Riedel, a leading producer of NCSD products, is the first in the Netherlands to offer its famous juices in SIG’s innovative on-the-go combismile carton pack. Riedel’s iconic Appelsientje, CoolBest and DubbelDrank juice brands will benefit from the clever design of combismile, which is also paired with SIGNATURE FULL BARRIER packaging material, where the small amount of polymers used are linked to certified forest-based renewable materials via a mass-balance system.

SIG’s combismile carton offers the perfect lifestyle match for Riedel juices and provides busy consumers of all ages with ultimate on-the-go convenience – easy to open, handle, hold, close and store on the go. With a curved, modern shape with easy grip corners, combismile offers consumers handy consumption straight from the pack and is resealable thanks to its innovative one-step closure.

Riedel has extensive expertise in carton packaging, naturally evolving over time in close partnership with SIG. The new 330 ml on-the-go combismile carton pack is a logical development, unifying Riedel’s carton packaging portfolio to offer the most convenient and sustainable choice for consumers.

Carton packs with SIGNATURE FULL BARRIER packaging material reduce the carbon footprint compared to a standard carton pack^* even further, as a result of the substitution of fossil polymers with mass-balanced plant-based polymers made from tall oil – a by-product of paper manufacturing. All three key raw materials are linked to certified responsible sources: paperboard is from FSC^™-certified forests and other controlled sources; forest-based renewable polymers are certified according to ISCC PLUS (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) via a mass-balance system; and an ultra-thin layer of ASI certified aluminium protects against light and oxygen. Riedel already successfully uses SIGNATURE FULL BARRIER packaging material for juices in 1,000 ml and 1,500 ml carton packs from SIG.

SIG’s CFA 1824 filling machine for combismileBig combines excellent flexibility with high speed, providing Riedel with the capacity to fill 24,000 carton packs per hour and the ability to fill five different volumes: 200 ml, 250 ml, 300 ml, 330 ml and 350 ml.

^*Results based on ISO-compliant life-cycle assessment CB-100732c: https://cms.sig.biz/media/4440/sig_lca_signature_addendum-combiswift-plus.pdf)