Tetra Pak containers are a direct competition for plastic containers, however, it is very important to consider the advantages and disadvantages of both materials to choose the best option. If you are looking for the perfect packaging for your product, don't worry. Here we explain everything you need to know to choose between plastic and Tetra Pak.

Advantages and disadvantages of Tetra Pak

Tetra Pak containers are mainly used for the packaging, storage, and transport of beverages and food. It is an extremely light and relatively cheap material that protects food without the need for preservatives or refrigeration, saving energy. The products that are mainly packaged in Tetra Pak are juice, milk, frozen fruits and vegetables, candies, egg whites, yogurt, and even alcoholic beverages.

It is important to note that full Tetra Pak recycling is currently not feasible, as a carefully glued and constructed box, often with a plastic lid and attached straw, is difficult to separate and therefore difficult to recycle.

The potential of plastic packaging

Thanks to their easy adaptability, great resistance, and lightness, plastic containers are used to transport all kinds of products in different sectors. Plastic is a very versatile material that can help lower costs and facilitate innovative development for any type of industry. Therefore, for companies to position themselves within the market, they must find a container that meets the necessary standards to transport and personalize their product.

One of the most used materials to make plastic bottles is PET (polyethylene terephthalate). This material is characterized by being crystalline, light, and flexible. PET is a polymer that can be processed in different ways to adapt it to a large number of uses. HDPE (high-density polyethylene) is a plastic that is resistant to impacts and different temperatures and offers different industries the ease of printing, painting, and gluing on it.

In addition, a very interesting feature that few people know about since they associate plastic with something harmful is that bottles and any other PET or HDPE packaging are 100% recyclable, and require less energy and water to manufacture compared to conventional cardboard or aluminum Therefore, these materials have been shown to have a lower carbon footprint.

Plastic containers or Tetra Pak containers?

Tetra Pak packages protect food without the need for preservatives or refrigeration, however, it is very important to consider the type of product you want to package to choose the best option, since Tetra Pak is a material that, when in contact with food, moisture tends to soften. For example, if the products you handle are cleaning products, agrochemicals, or soft drinks, our packaging experts recommend PET or HDPE to safely store and transport delicate or dangerous products.

I want a plastic container

At Maxipet our priority at all times is to maintain a high-quality standard in each of our containers. Thanks to our innovative machinery and highly trained staff, we offer the best bottles and caps for your product. To achieve this, we have ISO 9001:2015 certification to reduce risks within our processes and improve the customer experience.

If you are interested in acquiring resistant and 100% recyclable plastic containers, do not hesitate to contact us.