why do we package food

why do we package food

1. The packaging protects the products and stops them and the energy, water and materials used to make them from going to waste.

2. In the case of food and drink items, packaging continues to protect the items once they are in the home and can extend the period when they are safe to eat and at their best.

3. Packaging protects against damage or contamination by micro-organisms, air, moisture and toxins. It prevents product spilling or leaking

4. The packaging serves the important function of containing the food, protecting against chemical and physical damage whilst providing information essential to consumers

5. Food packaging is packaging for food. A package provides protection, tampering resistance, and special physical, chemical, or biological needs. I

6. Food labels are a legal requirement and they are important for many reasons. They help consumers make informed choices about the food they buy, help them to store and use it safely and allows people to plan when they will consume it – all of which help to reduce food wastage.

7. The purpose of product packaging is to protect the product from damage. Product packaging not only protects the product during transit from the manufacturer to the retailer, but it also prevents damage while the product sits on retail shelves. Most products have some form of packaging.

8. Packaging Must be Functional Choosing paper, plastic, aluminum or some other substance is of great importance, because to market the product well means that it must also look grea