Using plastic packaging for food

Description

Using plastic packaging for food involves enclosing, protecting, and preserving food products with plastic materials to extend shelf life, prevent contamination, and facilitate safe transportation and storage. This strategy addresses issues of food spoilage, waste, and hygiene by providing durable, lightweight, and moisture-resistant barriers. Practical implementation includes selecting appropriate plastic types, ensuring food safety compliance, and promoting recycling or biodegradable alternatives to mitigate environmental impact while maintaining food quality and accessibility.

Implementation

50% of food packed in Europe is packed in plastics.

Claim

Plastics keep food fresher for longer. More often than not, they remove the need for artificial additives and preservatives. Food wastage before reaching the consumer in industrialized countries is only 2%. This reaches 50% in developing countries where packaging, refrigeration and distribution are not as sophisticated.