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A mark of trust in food

Clean Commit

A clear, trusted mark that helps people choose food that’s healthy, safe, and made with care for the planet—backed by science, responsible packaging, and a commitment to better nutrition.

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What is Clean Commit?

Clean Commit is more than just a label—it’s a commitment. Brands that carry the Clean Commit logo are making a promise to provide food that’s nutritious, responsibly packaged, and made with care.

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Aseptic purity

Not all packaging protects what matters. We mark packs that do.

Clean Commit identifies products filled using advanced aseptic technology—a closed, sterile process that locks in quality from the start. No preservatives. No refrigeration. No shortcuts.

By protecting both the product and the process, aseptic packaging offers precise control over safety, product integrity, and shelf-life.

For brands, that means fewer limitations in distribution, lower waste, and a cleaner, more efficient supply chain. For consumers, it means food and drinks that stay fresher longer without compromise.

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What is aseptic packaging?

Aseptic packaging gives brands a way to deliver safe, shelf-stable products without relying on preservatives or refrigeration. By sterilizing the product and the package separately before filling, it helps preserve nutrients, extend fresh taste, and maintain product quality across the entire supply chain.

Many industry-leading brands trust aseptic packaging to deliver product to their customers in a safe and trustworthy way. Clean Commit partners show that they use aseptic packaging to deliver smarter and long-lasting products. They must meet criteria around ingredient transparency, food safety, and responsible packaging.

Benefits of aseptic packaging

By locking in vitamins, smart energy use, and extending shelf-life, it helps reduce food waste while making healthy choices easier and more efficient.

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Food safety & fresh taste

Kills harmful bacteria and keeps food fresh for months without preservatives.

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Better nutrition

Locks in essential vitamins and minerals. Research shows aseptic processing can preserve more essential vitamins and minerals compared to traditional methods. 1

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Sustainability

Reduces food waste by extending shelf-life. Pouches can use nearly 50% less energy than other packaging methods. 2

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Convenience

Aseptic packaging doesn’t need refrigeration until opened, saving energy and making storage easier.

Why we're believers in aseptic

The aseptic process sterilizes both the product and the packaging before they’re sealed together in a controlled environment.  Keeps what you love—great taste, texture, and essential nutrients—while lasting for months without the need for preservatives or refrigeration. Locks in the vital nutrients you care about like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and many others.

 

See the difference yourself

The aseptic process sterilizes both the product and the packaging before they’re sealed together in a controlled environment. This protects what matters most—taste, texture, and nutrition1—while extending shelf-life by months without refrigeration and maintaining nutrients. It’s how brands can offer safe, long-lasting products without compromising on quality.

[1] USDA Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007), U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
[2] ifeu = Analysis of Spouted Pouches (SIG Terra RecShield Film B and SIG ClearShield Laminate with SIG Terra Amerigo fitment), = 1 a glass jar and a plastic tub on the European market (EU27+3), SavvyPack Lifecycle analysis, 2024
[3] ResearchGate: Thermal Stability and Kinetic Study on Vitamin D3 in Fortified Canola Oil, Springer: Evaluation of Vitamin D Degradation via DSC and HPLC
[4] IntechOpen: Effect of Processing Techniques on Vitamin C of Processed Fruit and Vegetable Products, Springer: Modelling of Vitamin C Degradation during Thermal and High-Pressure Treatments, Academia.edu: Aseptic and Hot Fill Beverage Processing Study, Food Safety Institute: Impact of Food Processing on Nutrient Retention

Testimonials, endorsements, or statements made by an SIG Clean Commit Program Partner (“Partner”) and featured on SIG’s website or marketing materials are provided voluntarily and reflect Partner’s independent experience and opinion. SIG makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of statements made by any Partner. Views or opinions expressed by a Partner are solely those of the individual or entity providing the statement and do not reflect the views or positions of SIG.  Participation in SIG’s Clean Commit Program does not constitute an employment, agency, or joint venture relationship, nor does it imply endorsement by SIG of a Partner’s business, services, conduct, or opinions. SIG is not responsible or liable for the actions, omissions, services, or representations of any Partner.