packaging

packaging

1. over packaging is when something is wrapped in to much packaging

2. it can effect the environment if not disposed of properly

3. packaging has to be protective but use a minimal amount of materials

4. creative packaging sells more products

5. packaging can have meaning like the colours can convey meanings

   • red can mean anger or hot
   • green can mean healthy

6. packaging normally has logos

7. Pepsi logo for packaging ^

8. packaging is for preserving a product, keeping it safe, make it more attractive and to make it easier to transport the product

   • like an egg carton for example

9. plastics are used in packaging because they are versatile, resistant to acids and chemicals, easy to print on, lightweight and its cheap to produce.

10. map packaging is used to package

    • cold meats
    • smoked fish
    • cheeses
    • salad
    • fresh pasta

11. environmentally friendly:

    • reusable packaging: can be cleaned and reused for example, glass milk bottles
    • recyclable packaging is made of materials that can be used again usually after being processed, recyclable materials include glass, metal, card and paper
    • bio gradable packaging will easily breakdown in the soil or the stmosphere

12. layers of packaging

    • primary packaging is seen at the point of sale. it needs to contain and protect the food content as well as to display it and provide information
      • secondary packaging is the middle layer of packaging for example a cardboard box with a number of identical products inside
        • transit packaging is the outer container that allows easier handling during transfer between the factory, distribution centres and retailers

13. things required by law

    • manufacturers name and contact details
    • name of the product
      • storage instructions
      • shelf life
    • description of product
    • weight
    • ingredients
    • cooking/ heating instructions
    • place of origin
    • allergens

14. food and drink packaging requirements

    • the label should be:
      • clear and easy to read
      • permanent
      • easy to understand
      • easily visable
      • not mileading
    • catering businesses requirements
      • the name of food
      • ingrediants
      • certain warnings
      • any food additives
      • allergy information

15. hermetic packaging

    • can: metal can package
    • cerdip: ceramic dual in line frit seal package
    • CFP: ceramic flatpack package
    • CLCC: ceramic leadless chip carrier package
    • CQFP: ceramic quad flatpack package
    • SBDIP: ceramic dual in line metal seal package

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