What Sterilgarda does

Sterilgarda Alimenti S.p.A. is a privately held Italian dairy and beverage producer founded in the late 1960s and headquartered at Via Medole 52, Castiglione delle Stiviere, Mantua, Italy. The company manufactures and distributes a broad portfolio of UHT-treated and fresh dairy products — including microfiltered milk (whole, partly skimmed, skimmed, and lactose-free), mascarpone, ricotta, whole and low-fat yogurts, cooking cream, whipping cream, sour cream, béchamel sauce, and ready-to-eat desserts (puddings, panna cotta, YoCrem) — alongside fruit juices, nectars, soft drinks, smoothies, and tomato-based beverages. Its core technology platform combines ultra-high temperature processing with microfiltration to extend shelf life while preserving nutritional quality, and in 2026 it co-developed a paper-based aseptic carton (Tetra Brik Aseptic 1000 Edge, 90% renewable content) with Tetra Pak for its Italian milk line.

Sterilgarda serves two principal customer segments: end consumers via Italian retail distribution (supermarkets and grocery chains) and the HORECA/food service channel, with export reach across EMEA, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and parts of Europe including Spain. The company maintains active presence at major international food exhibitions (TUTTOFOOD, ANUGA, Gulfood, FHA, CIBUS, SIAL, Alimentaria) and supports brand awareness through social media, a digital recipe platform, and sports sponsorships. A documented production partnership with China's Yili Group signals cross-border manufacturing collaboration, while the company remains privately held with no disclosed parent company, institutional investors, or public-market listing.

Name

Sterilgarda

Legal name

Sterilgarda Alimenti S.p.A.

Website

https://sterilgarda.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

1968

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Sterilgarda Alimenti is a privately held Italian dairy and beverage producer offering UHT milk, mascarpone, cream, yogurt, juices, and desserts through Italian retail and international export channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dairy Products Manufacturing

NAICS

Dairy Product Manufacturing (3115), Dairy Product (except Frozen) Manufacturing (31151), Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511)

SIC

Dairy Products (2020), Food And Kindred Products (2000)

akta.pro primary industry

Dairy Spreads, Dips & Cream Cheese Manufacturing (AFAKAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Flavored & Sweetened Milk Drinks (Chocolate/Strawberry, Malted Milk) (AFAHAIAA), Yogurt & Cultured Dairy (Yogurt, Kefir, Sour Cream, Cottage Cheese) (CRADACAB), Dairy Desserts & Puddings Manufacturing (Custards, Rice Pudding) (AFAKAKAI)

Keywords

• Dairy products manufacturing
• UHT milk processing
• Italian cheese production
• Fruit juice beverages
• Aseptic packaging

Headquarters

HQ city

Castiglione Delle Stiviere

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Dairy Product Sales: Sterilgarda generates revenue through the production and sale of dairy products including milk, mascarpone, ricotta, cooking cream, whipping cream, sour cream, yogurts, and béchamel sauce. Products are sold through retail distribution channels.
2. Fruit Juice and Beverage Sales: Revenue from fruit juices, nectars, soft drinks, and beverages including 100% fruit juices, squeezed juices, smoothies, and flavored drinks.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sterilgarda Alimenti S.p.A. produces and distributes UHT-treated and fresh dairy products, including milk, mascarpone, ricotta, cooking cream, whipping cream, sour cream, béchamel sauce, yogurts and desserts, along with fruit juices, nectars, soft drinks, smoothies and tea-based beverages. Products are sold through retail distribution channels (supermarkets and grocery stores) and the food service sector in Italy and internationally via trade exhibitions.

Product overview

Sterilgarda Alimenti is an Italian dairy and fruit juice company that offers a diverse portfolio of ultra-high temperature (UHT) treated and fresh dairy products, along with fruit juices and beverages. The core product lines include: UHT Microfiltered Milk in various fat contents and lactose-free variants; Yogurts in whole and low-fat formats with multiple flavors; Cheeses including Mascarpone, Ricotta, and specialty Strakì; Cream products including Cooking Cream, Whipping Cream, Sour Cream, and Béchamel Sauce; Desserts including puddings, panna cotta, and YoCrem; and a wide range of Fruit Juices, Nectars, Soft Drinks, Squeezed Juices, and Smoothies. The company has recently introduced sustainable packaging innovations in collaboration with Tetra Pak featuring 90% renewable materials. Sterilgarda also offers specialized product lines for consumers with digestive sensitivities through its High Digestibility range.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• UHT Microfiltered Milk Ultra-high temperature microfiltered milk available in whole, partly skimmed, skimmed, and lactose-free variants in 250ml, 500ml, and 1000ml formats, targeting consumers through retail distribution.
• Cuor di Cappuccino Whole milk product designed specifically for cappuccino preparation.
• Latte e Cacao Milk and cocoa flavored beverage sold through retail channels.
• Whole Yogurt Full-fat yogurt available in white, wild berry, strawberry, apricot, pineapple, banana, vanilla, cereal and coffee, and kefir varieties.
• Low-Fat Yogurt Reduced-fat yogurt available in pineapple, apricot, white, strawberry, and wild berries flavors.
• Mascarpone Italian cream cheese available in 250g, 500g and 2kg sizes, including lactose-free and organic variants, sold to consumers and HORECA customers.
• UHT Mascarpone Ultra-high temperature treated mascarpone in shelf-stable 200g, 500g, and 1000g packaging.
• Ricotta Fresh Italian ricotta cheese available in 250g and 1500g sizes for retail and food service customers.
• UHT Ricotta Ultra-high temperature treated ricotta cheese in 500g packaging.
• Strakì Specialty cheese spread product offering in Sterilgarda's cheese range.
• UHT Cooking Cream Ultra-high temperature treated cooking cream available in 125ml, 200ml, 500ml and 1000ml sizes, including a lactose-free variant, for consumers and culinary professionals.
• UHT Whipping Cream Ultra-high temperature treated whipping cream, including a lactose-free option, available in 200ml and 1000ml sizes.
• Sour Cream Fermented dairy cream product with a unique slightly acidic flavor for sweet and savory culinary uses, made with 100% Italian-origin milk.
• UHT Béchamel Sauce Ultra-high temperature treated ready-to-use béchamel sauce available in 200ml and 500ml packaging for consumers and food service.
• Desserts (Puddings and Panna Cotta) Ready-to-eat desserts including caramel, chocolate and vanilla puddings, and panna cotta varieties.
• YoCrem Dessert cream product available in white, strawberry, wild berries, banana, apricot, and low-fat white flavors.
• 100% Fruit Juices Pure fruit juices including grapefruit, orange, tropical fruit, pineapple, and apple varieties packaged in 1000ml formats.
• Nectars and Soft Drinks Fruit nectars and soft drinks including Fruttamix, ACE, pineapple, red orange, and orange varieties in multiple sizes.
• Juices and Pulps Juice and nectar products with pulp including peach, apricot, pear, and apple in 1000ml and 200ml sizes.
• Squeezed Juices and Smoothies Fresh squeezed juices and smoothies including pineapple, blonde orange, and tangerine varieties in 200ml and 1000ml sizes.
• Tomato Juice and Passata Tomato-based beverages and sauces including tomato juice and tomato passata in 500g and 1000g sizes.
• Lemon & Mint Refreshing lemon and mint flavored beverage in Sterilgarda's beverage range.
• Peach and Lemon Tea Tea-based beverage with peach and lemon flavors in 200ml packaging.
• High Digestibility Products Specialized product line formulated for easier digestion, addressing consumers with digestive sensitivities.
• Tetra Pak Paper-Based Packaging Sustainable paper-based barrier aseptic carton packaging featuring 90% renewable materials, FSC-certified cardboard, and plant-based polymers from sugarcane certified by Bonsucro, developed in collaboration with Tetra Pak for Sterilgarda milk and beverage products.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% renewable content in new milk packaging

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tetra PakcoreTechnology or Integration · 23 April 2026Sterilgarda and Tetra Pak collaborated to develop paper-based barrier aseptic carton packaging called Tetra Brik Aseptic 1000 Edge, featuring 90% renewable content. The sustainable packaging solution uses FSC-certified cardboard and plant-based polymers from sugarcane certified by Bonsucro, debuting in Italy.
• Yili GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduction partnership between Sterilgarda and Yili Group, indicating international manufacturing or co-production collaboration.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Sterilgarda
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCO0MImVycyweJfJv0Re6cdQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/sterilgarda.alimenti
• Instagraminstagram.com/sterilgardaalimenti
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sterilgarda-alimenti-s-p-a

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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