Trendsetting in terms of sustainability – Leading the way in sustainability
The final report of the study, which has been created in accordance with the new methodological requirements of the UBA and approved by the latter, has been reviewed and updated in 2020.
Object of investigation and result
UHT milk
Fresh milk
Juices and nectars
Clear advantage in terms of climate protection

The results across all impact categories
Who is the FKN?
The FKN has two subsidiaries:
ReCarton GmbH has been handling the recycling of used beverage cartons from the Dual System since the early 1990s.
What exactly was examined?
IIt contains all environmental burdens during:
Minimum Standard – Why?

After three years of research, the Federal Environmental Agency published extended requirements for the preparation of life cycle assessments (UBA text 19/2016). It contains mandatory rules of procedure, which standardise the quality of the studies, bring their results to a comparable level and enable the development of verifiable assessments.
Beverage carton producers are first in this sector to meet these new requirements. Due to the pilot character of the study, the UBA was involved in the process from the beginning on.
What about recycling?
Despite the high recycling rates (currently 77.7%), the influence of recycling on the overall ecological result for beverage cartons is relatively low.
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New on the shelf

Black Forest Milk, Germany
Black Forest Milk has launched its new fresh country milk from Landliebe with 1.5% fat in sustainable 500 ml Pure-Pak® Sense cartons in Germany. Thanks to the practical to-go packaging, the popular cocoa, strawberry, and banana varieties are also ideal for on the go. Landliebe is not only committed to sustainability in its packaging: the milk for the three new products comes from regional family farms in Baden-Württemberg.

Tropicana Brands Group, UK
Tropicana is expanding its “Fresh & Light” range: Five fruity varieties with 30% less sugar and 100% of the daily vitamin C requirement have been available in 850 ml and 1450 ml Pure Pak® cartons since April 2025. Since May, the most popular orange juices have also been available in a handy 500 ml Pure Pak® format. The cartons are fully recyclable in the UK.

Boermarke, Europe
Boermarke is expanding its Vairy brand plant-based range across Europe – all in sustainable 1000ml Pure-Pak® Sense cartons with natural brown board. The plant-based puddings and yogurts are available in a variety of flavors and enriched with calcium and vitamins. The natural brown color of the Pure-Pak® Sense cartons with visible fiber structure ensures an authentic look and strong shelf presence.

The Bridge S.R.L, Italy
The Bridge S.R.L. is launching Veg Egg, its first plant-based egg alternative, in a 500ml Pure-Pak® Sense Aseptic package on the Italian market. Veg Egg combines taste and sustainability and is in line with the trend toward plant-based nutrition. The fully recyclable Elopak packaging also offers convenience and environmental benefits.