Retort packaging is typically made of heat-resistant plastic or foil material and is sealed to prevent the entry of air, bacteria, and other contaminants.
A retort packaging is a type of packaging that is designed to preserve and cook food products using high-pressure steam and temperatures. The retort process involves subjecting the pouches to high temperatures and pressure, which sterilizes the contents and extends the shelf life of the food products.
Retort pouches are commonly used in the food industry for ready-to-eat meals, soups, sauces, and other similar products that require a long shelf life without refrigeration.
They are also popular among consumers due to their convenience and ease of use, as the pouches can be heated in a microwave or boiling water for quick and easy preparation.
Different material structures can have a significant impact on the performance of a bag. When it comes to choosing the right packaging for your retort food, selecting a suitable material structure is crucial. The type of material used in the pouch can affect its durability, barrier properties, and overall quality.
Retort packaging made with a multi-layer structure, consisting of layers such as PET, AL, and PE, can provide excellent barrier properties against moisture, oxygen, and other external factors. PET/AL/NY/RCPP is widely used for stand-up pouches to soup.
For products that require a longer shelf life, a material structure with excellent barrier properties is ideal. For products that require high-impact resistance, a material structure with a thicker layer of PE can provide added durability.
Various material structures are available for different retort food products. Here are the most commonly used structures:
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Widely used for the products hanging on the shelves directly.
Some types of tear notch for easy tear.
Allow consumers to see the product inside, give consumers a sense of transparency.
A retort food packaging is specifically engineered to preserve and cook food products through the application of high-pressure steam, which places significant demands on the quality of the film raw materials used in its construction. Let's choose the well-suitable packaging for our retort food.
Retort pouch packaging is commonly used in the food industry for ready-to-eat meals, soups, sauces, and other similar products that to withstand high temperatures and pressures during the retort sterilization process, which effectively kills bacteria and other microorganisms, ensuring the safety and longevity of the packaged food.
Retort pouch packaging for tuna often features airtight seals to ensure product freshness and prevent contamination. Some tuna pouches are designed to be microwave-safe, allowing for convenient heating of the contents without the need for transferring to another container.
Sauce retort pouch packaging offers a convenient and effective way to preserve and distribute various types of sauces, gravies, and condiments.
Retortable pouches for chestnuts significantly prolong the shelf life of peeled chestnuts, allowing them to be stored at room temperature for an extended period without compromising quality or safety.
Baby food retort pouches undergo a rigorous sterilization process known as retort processing. This process extends the shelf life of the baby food without the need for preservatives.
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Representative parameters. Actual values depend on material structure and customization.
For pouch packaging solutions, stand up pouches and 3-side seal pouches are the most common packaging options. We can choose different pouches according to different retort food.
Yes, we accept all parts of pouch customized, such as size, shape, design, spout, even materials. Please do not hesitate to contact us to design your own pouches.
All of our pouches are manufactured in GMP-certified facilities, with all food-grade certificates like FSSC 22000, SMETA, HACCP, BRC etc.
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