What is Edible Packaging?Edible packaging is a type of packaging made from edible materials that can be safely consumed along with the product.
Some examples of edible food packaging include: 1. Coatings - made from cellulose, soy or whey protein that can be used to coat food products and extend their shelf life. 2. Milk protein-based packaging - made from casein, a milk protein that can be used as a coating for food products. 3. Edible seaweed packaging - made from seaweed 4. Antimicrobial coatings - applied to food packaging to reduce the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms. |
PTR identifies the right packaging science and the value chain initiatives for you to optimize your packaging - including using edible packaging solutions.
Featured Edible Packaging Case StudyFrequently asked questionsWhat are the benefits of edible packaging?
Edible packaging can reduce food waste by providing an oxygen or moisture barrier within a product or on the outside of a product and provide additional nutrients to the consumer. How does edible packaging reduce waste? Edible packaging can reduce the need for other types of packaging. |
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We frequently work with food industry clients on edible packaging solutions including:
Farms & Produce Companies |
PTR projects include direct from farm packaging, support of produce packaging including fruit packaging and vegetable packaging
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Frozen Food Companies |
Our project work includes frozen bakery packaging, frozen fruit packaging, frozen vegetable packaging and frozen meat packaging.
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Bakery |
Packaging for fresh breads, pastry packaging, cake packaging, desert packaging and more!
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