What is PET?
PET, which stands for polyethylene terephthalate, is a type of clear, durable, lightweight and 100% recyclable plastic. PET is widely accepted around the world as a recyclable product and is great for the environment when it is recycled.
What are the PET bottles made from?
The PET bottles are made from 50% post-consumer recycled plastic. By using 50% post-consumer recycled plastic, Forever is committed to being a good steward of the global environment.
Will the PET bottles be recyclable?
Yes, the PET bottles are recyclable PET plastic, and the cap is recyclable HDPE plastic. However, the sleeve with the label is not recyclable so this should be removed and discarded prior to recycling.
Why is Forever changing to PET bottles for the aloe vera gel drinks?
The switch to PET bottles aligns with Forever’s efforts to continue to find sustainable solutions with our product offerings. It has been reported that PET offers several advantages, including taking less energy to manufacture than other plastic alternatives. It’s also extremely light, strong and durable — with a tougher exterior — so less external packaging is needed to protect products when shipping.
Which aloe vera drink flavors will change to PET bottles?
The 1-liter sizes of Forever Aloe Vera Gel®, Forever Aloe Berry Nectar®, Forever Aloe Mango® and Forever Aloe Peaches® will be changing to PET bottles.
Do some markets already sell the aloe vera drinks in PET bottles?
Yes, Forever Aloe Vera Gel was already launched in select markets (the U.S., Canada and Hong Kong) in 2023. This product as well as the flavored aloe vera gel drinks will now launch globally in PET bottles.
Does this change affect Forever Freedom® since it is also a 1-liter drink product containing aloe vera gel?
At this time, the change to PET bottles does not affect Forever Freedom, even though it is a 1-liter drink product containing aloe vera gel. We are currently assessing the manufacturing options and the timeline for transitioning this product to a PET bottle.
Is there the same amount of product in the PET bottles?
Yes, the PET bottles are 1 liter — just like the Tetra Pak bottles — so you’ll still get the same amount of product in each bottle.
Has the formula changed for the aloe vera gel drink products in PET bottles?
No, the formula has not changed for any of the aloe vera gel drink products in PET bottles as this is only a packaging update. Each bottle contains the purity of inner leaf aloe vera gel, hand-filleted from aloe vera grown in our fields.
Is the aloe vera gel in the PET bottles still stabilized?
Yes, the aloe vera gel in PET bottles is still stabilized through aseptic processing. Through this process, the aloe is flash-heated to lock in the potential benefits and freshness, while safely reducing the level of impurities without the need for preservatives. This aseptic process has been proven to maintain over 300% more of the vitamin content, resulting in a final product that is fresh and nutritious.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks in PET bottles still certified by the International Aloe Science Council (IASC)?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks in PET bottles are still certified by the International Aloe Science Council (IASC). Only products that contain at least 15% aloe that meets the strict quality requirements of the IASC can bear the IASC mark, and Forever Aloe Vera Gel was the first aloe product to obtain this certification years ago. In fact, our stabilized inner leaf aloe vera gel used in each of our aloe drinks far exceeds the minimum requirements for certification. Our stabilized aloe vera gel continues to meet all quality requirements for purity and composition.
Will the taste of the aloe vera gel drinks differ in PET bottles?
No, the taste of each aloe vera gel drink will have the same taste in PET bottles as it did in Tetra Pak bottles.
Is PET a safe contact material for the aloe vera drinks?
Yes, all packaging compatibility and stability testing has been performed to ensure PET bottles provide a safe environment for the aloe vera gel drinks. Forever’s aloe vera gel drinks remain fresh and stable in PET bottles with the benefits maintained and the flavor unaffected.
Will the 330 ml also be in PET bottles?
No, the 330 ml sizes of all Forever aloe vera gel drink products will be staying in Tetra Pak bottles.
Are the PET bottles still safe if they have been exposed to heat?
Yes, PET is heat resistant and therefore safe for use when exposed to normal amounts of heat.
Is PET free from BPA and phthalates?
Yes, PET is free from BPA and phthalates.
Does this change reduce the packaging waste from the shipping cartons?
Yes, because PET is an extremely light and durable material, less packaging is needed to protect products when shipping this product to the end consumer. This means that there is less waste created when shipping this product, which adds to Forever’s sustainability efforts.
Will there be any changes in the shelf life of aloe vera gel drinks when changing from Tetra Pak bottles to PET bottles?
No, the shelf life of the aloe vera gel drinks will remain the same in PET bottles as it did in Tetra Pak bottles.
How long can the aloe vera gel in PET bottles be consumed after opening it?
The aloe vera gel drinks in PET bottles do not contain added preservatives, so it is important to follow the instructions on the packaging and refrigerate after opening. The time that an open aloe drink with no added preservatives will last will depend on how it is refrigerated and consumed. Aloe drinks with no added preservatives should be consumed within a reasonable amount of time.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks gluten-free?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks are gluten-free.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks dairy-free?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks are dairy-free.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks soy-free?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks are soy-free.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks are suitable for vegetarians.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks suitable for vegans?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks are suitable for vegans.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks Halal certified?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks are Halal certified.
Are the aloe vera gel drinks Kosher certified?
Yes, the aloe vera gel drinks are Kosher certified.