How crucial is it to pay attention to food safety in industrial packaging? At Gruppo Serafin, a company specializing in the packaging sector, we know the factors that contribute to the design of packaging suitable for food transportation.
In this article, we will explore the regulations that companies must adhere to, as well as useful strategies to ensure food safety in industrial packaging and the quality of your food products.
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Regulations on Food Safety in Packaging
By now, you should know that food safety regulations at both national and international levels are rightly strict: industrial packaging must take into account the laws that regulate the choice of materials, production processes, as well as storage conditions and transportation methods.
For example, in Europe, it is the Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004 that establishes the basic standards for food safety in packaging, to which specific provisions for different materials used, such as plastic, paper, aluminum, and glass, must be added.
Furthermore, the Regulation (EC) No. 2023/2006 defines good manufacturing practices for food packaging, which include hygiene, traceability, and quality control requirements.
Food Safety in Packaging: the Suitability Mark
Companies that produce primary food packaging, i.e., in direct contact with food, must comply with strict food safety standards to ensure that the final product is safe for consumers.
To identify packaging suitable for food contact, companies are indeed required to display the mark that identifies products suitable for food contact (the glass/fork symbol), or the wording “contact with food products” or the specific indication of the article’s use.
Techniques to Ensure Food Safety in Packaging
To produce food packaging, it is important to adopt specific techniques to ensure the safety of the products.
One of the most used techniques is sterilization, which involves treating the packaging with heat or radiation to eliminate any microorganisms that could contaminate the food.
Another widely used technique is the use of barrier films, which prevent the entry of gases, vapors, and external substances into the packaging. This type of film reduces the risk of oxidation, alteration of taste and texture of the food, ensuring its freshness and quality.
Additionally, companies can leverage product traceability through the use of barcodes, electronic labels, or RFID microchips, which allow the product to be identified and tracked at every stage of the distribution chain.
Gruppo Serafin Recommends: a Look towards the Future of Packaging
Are you familiar with smart labels or interactive packaging? These are types of industrial packaging or aids capable of detecting and monitoring environmental changes inside and outside the packaging, providing useful information on the impact these changes can have on the quality and freshness of the product.
It is an excellent way to ensure food safety in industrial packaging.
To learn more about this topic, see the article: Sustainable industrial packaging: how to adapt to new regulations
Food Safety in Industrial Packaging
In conclusion, we have understood that food safety in industrial packaging is a fundamental element to ensure the quality and safety of food products.
Ensure that your primary packaging complies with current regulations and ask us for more information on how to design industrial packaging secondary: book an appointment with the future of your company!
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