# Aluminum-Free Juice Packaging The Signature EVO Packaging Offers Full Barrier Protection By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-01-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-evo References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/sig-introduces-new-aluminium-free-solution/) & [sig.biz](https://www.sig.biz/en)  The Signature EVO carton has been unveiled by packaging manufacturer SIG as an aluminum-free beverage packaging solution that will allow for better protection and recyclability to boot. The carton comes as the world's first aluminum-free option that offers full barrier protection for aseptic use and can be utilized with oxygen-sensitive products like fruit juices, flavored milk, nectars and plant-based beverages. The packaging will be initially launched in the CombiblocMini format before it's extended to additional formats in the future. SIG's SVP of Innovation Ali Kaylan spoke on the new packaging saying, "By extending our Signature portfolio with Signature EVO – the world’s first aluminium-free packaging materials for aseptic cartons with full barrier protection – we are taking the next step in our aluminium-free journey and underlining our position as an industry leader in sustainable innovations. We are delighted to give our customers additional opportunities to bring low-impact packaging solutions to more categories and more consumers around the world." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Aluminum-free Packaging:** SIG's Signature EVO carton provides better protection and recyclability without the use of aluminum, disrupting traditional beverage packaging. - **Full Barrier Protection:** The Signature EVO carton offers full barrier protection for aseptic use, allowing for wider use with oxygen-sensitive products, such as fruit juices and plant-based beverages. - **Sustainable Innovation:** As an industry leader in sustainable innovations, SIG's Signature EVO carton provides an opportunity for businesses to offer low-impact packaging solutions to more categories and consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Packaging Manufacturing:** SIG's aluminum-free Signature EVO carton disrupts traditional beverage packaging, providing an opportunity for companies in the packaging manufacturing industry. - **Beverage Manufacturing:** Beverage manufacturers, especially those producing oxygen-sensitive products like fruit juice and plant-based beverages, can benefit from SIG's full barrier protection packaging innovation. - **Sustainability:** As a sustainable innovation, SIG's aluminum-free Signature EVO carton offers opportunities for companies across various industries to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aluminum-Free Carton Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sig-aluminumfree-full-barrier-solution.md) - [Paper-Made Juice Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetra-brik-aseptic.md) - [Aseptic Eco Beverage Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetra-brik-aseptic-200-slim-leaf-carton.md) - [Ergonomic Eco-Friendly Drink Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetra-prisma-aseptic-300-edge.md) - [Recyclable High-Barrier Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sappi-paper-packaging.md) - [Sustainable Spirit Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sapling-spirits-vodka.md) - [Sustainable Drink Packaging Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recyclable-aluminum-bottles.md) - [Sustainable Carton-Style Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elopak-paperboard.md) - [Pea Protein Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiptoh.md)