Chicken packaging options are vast, so how do you decide which one is the best? There are many options to choose from, including Flexible packaging, Non-barrier shrink bags, and Quad-seal gusset bags. These can all be effective for different purposes, so let’s explore them in detail. This article also explains the benefits of each type of packaging. Listed below are some of the best packaging options for chicken. Choosing the right one depends on the product’s final destination.
Flexible packaging
For poultry products, perfect preservation and attractive presentation are essential. With ULMA’s flexible packaging solutions, any type of poultry can be shipped in an attractive manner. Flexible chicken packaging options include stretch film, palletising, and traysealing. With these solutions, poultry producers can easily package their product for a safe and efficient shipping and handling process. The range of flexible packaging options allows users to select the type of material best suited for their product.
Reclosable, reusable plastic packaging is another option for a variety of purposes. Adding a tamper-proof seal can increase the consumer’s confidence in the product and the brand. Audible closures can also help reinforce package integrity by making a distinctive zip or click sound. Audible closures are especially useful for poultry packages because they can be easily opened. This feature allows consumers to easily check the seal and make sure that the product is protected from tampering.
Paper with a plastic liner
You’ve probably noticed that many meat packages contain a plastic liner. This liner is made from a strong sulfite pulp and is heavily sized and glazed. It’s not digestible and would pass through your intestines, so it’s unlikely to cause any ill effects. In fact, the liner is often recyclable. Read on to find out more about the benefits of this type of packaging.
Food packaging is highly regulated. Meats, like chicken, are inspected by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure they don’t contain any toxic substances. This elaborate system helps keep the meat safe. However, there’s still a question mark over whether this process is worth it. It’s a good idea to check with the FDA, as they are the ones who regulate the quality of meat and packaging.
Non-barrier shrink bags
For frozen and fresh poultry, Perflex(r) non-barrier shrink bags are a great choice. These products feature superior technology to protect fresh or frozen poultry and let the quality of your product shine through at retail. The versatile packaging materials are available in a variety of sizes and styles, including EZ tear, which eliminates the need for knives. Read on to learn more about these products. And don’t forget to try out the EZ tear option, which cuts the packaging waste significantly.
When determining whether to use barrier or non-barrier shrink bags, it’s important to consider shelf life. Barrier-shrink bags provide extended shelf-life, as well as a more appealing visual appearance. These plastics are ideal for meat, poultry, cheese, and seafood, and provide ample opportunities for market traceability. In addition to being effective in extending shelf-life, barrier shrink bags also ensure food safety.
Quad-seal gusset bags
In contrast, standup pouches do not have gussets. Because of this, the seal between the two panels may not be completely secure, leading to gaps and defective seals. Also, gussets in quad seal bags may not extend all the way to the top of the bag, which makes it difficult for suction cups to adhere to the product.
The external dimensions of quad seal gusset bags for poultry packaging can be determined by using a tape measure. Measure the length, width, and height of the product to determine the size of the gusset. If the size does not correspond with the dimensions, measure the width of the side gusset and double it. Then measure the length and width of the sides of the bag.
Reclosable flexible packaging
As the trend toward home cooking continues, the need for reclosable flexible chicken packaging is growing, too. With the increased popularity of chicken, it is no surprise that the national chicken council reports that nearly 50% of U.S. consumers buy chicken more often than any other protein. The chicken industry is responding by pursuing new packaging innovations that preserve product quality for longer. Audible closures reinforce the seal and create a distinctive zip or click sound that reinforces the seal.
The reclosable feature is gaining ground with meat, poultry and seafood processors, who are now looking for more sustainable packaging options. This type of packaging offers convenience and environmental benefits to the consumer while reducing food waste. It also provides the option to recycle the packaging, which is an added bonus. For food companies, reclosable packaging can also be recycled in many cities. So, it is worth looking into this innovative packaging solution.
Humane certification
Purchasing products with Certified Humane certification means you’re helping to protect animals from suffering. These standards have a number of drawbacks, but consumers can find peace of mind when buying these products. First, Certified Humane farms don’t need to allow all animals to graze or debeak, which is a natural behavior for chickens. Furthermore, the farms are not required to follow all criteria, so some of them may have a few more requirements than others. Further, these farms are not required to follow the entire standard, and in some cases they may only meet a few standards, and in some cases they may not even be the “true” ones. This is a major concern when buying chicken products, but the animal welfare standards of Certified Humane programs are well worth the added value.
Another concern is animal welfare, and Certified Humane chicken packaging must adhere to the highest standards of care. Battery cages, which contain five or more chickens in space roughly the size of an iPad, are inhumane. Although a ban on these conditions is a step in the right direction, it doesn’t ensure that birds are kept in comfortable conditions. Many chicken farms do not follow these standards and send full-conscious birds to the slaughterhouse.