5 Development Trends in Meat Food Packaging

Packaging is an important link in the meat processing industry. The function of packaging is to protect products from damage, extend product shelf life, facilitate transportation, provide product information and attract consumers. However, incorrect packaging will cause a decrease in the sensory quality of the product, shorten the shelf life, and fail to attract consumers' desire to buy, etc., which will directly affect the sales of the product.

With the development of food safety technology and the improvement of people's material and cultural life, people have put forward new requirements for food packaging. Product packaging must not only meet people's material consumption and spiritual and cultural needs, but also conform to the characteristics of the times. At the same time, packaging development can not only increase corporate benefits, but also improve corporate competitiveness. Stimulated by this environment, the meat packaging industry has developed rapidly, and its development trend has gradually moved towards functionalization, equipment efficiency, low carbonization, safety and novel forms.

Securitization

With the development of economy and changes in consumption structure, people are paying more and more attention to the health issues of food. After packaging, meat products can avoid product discoloration, oxidation, damage, deterioration, etc. due to direct sunlight, contact with air, mechanical action, microbial action, etc. Current packaging technology can effectively control microorganisms in meat products so that they will not spoil during the shelf life. Therefore, when the meat products themselves are healthy and safe, the packaging materials in contact with them have become the main cause of safety problems. factor. Therefore, in order to achieve packaging safety, we must first start with the selection of packaging materials.

Low Carbonization

Green packaging refers to moderate packaging that is harmless to the ecological environment and human health during the entire life cycle of the product, can be recycled or easily degraded in nature, and is in line with sustainable development.

The green and low-carbonization of meat packaging bag refers to the green and low-carbonization of packaging methods and the green and low-carbonization of packaging materials. Minimalistic designs and meat packaging made from plant-based polymers and other eco-friendly materials not only reduce carbon footprints but also appeal to eco-conscious consumers.

Functional

Protecting the stability of product quality and extending shelf life are the original and main purposes of packaging. In the future, meat packaging will put forward more requirements for it, including freshness preservation, antisepsis, antibacterial, anti-counterfeiting, heat resistance, heat preservation, flavor preservation and Extended shelf life and many other functions.

There are many ways to package meat products, and you need to choose the best packaging method according to the characteristics of the product. At present, the packaging methods of meat products include automatic continuous stretch forming packaging, heat shrinkable vacuum packaging, modified atmosphere packaging (MAP), vacuum skin packaging (VSP), finished product vacuum packaging non-vacuum packaging, printed casing packaging and paper packaging, etc. .

Smart packaging technology

Smart packaging is at the forefront of modern meat packaging innovation. The technology integrates sensors and indicators to provide real-time information on product condition. For example, time-temperature indicators (TTI) and freshness indicators can inform consumers about the freshness and safety of meat. QR codes and NFC tags are also used to provide detailed product information, traceability and interactive consumer experiences.

Consumer Convenience

Consumer convenience is a driving factor in the development of meat packaging. Single-serve sizes, resealable bags and easy-open features are becoming the standard. The designs cater to modern lifestyles with a strong focus on ease of use and portion control. Packaging innovations that reduce prep time and improve cooking convenience are particularly attractive to busy consumers.

The development trend of meat food packaging requires enterprises to pay attention to reality and details, and continuously improve and innovate in packaging equipment, packaging methods, packaging materials, packaging design and practical applications. These advancements not only enhance the functionality and appeal of meat packaging, but also contribute to sustainability and consumer engagement. As one of China's outstanding customized meat packaging suppliers, Biopack provides meat packaging bags, vacuum seal food bags, shrink wrap film, shrink vacuum bags, retort pouch and other meat food packaging solutions to meet the diverse needs of the market.