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What aspects should be considered in the production of food packaging films?
For many years, humans have been battling bacteria, particularly in food‑storage packaging. For example, raw meat left without any protective environment or measures typically has a shelf life of no more than 28 days, with freshness maintained for only 5–7 days. High‑barrier stretch films are commonly used for food packaging—so what key considerations should manufacturers keep in mind when producing such films? What are the essential factors in manufacturing food‑grade packaging films? First, the choice of materials is critical: to achieve high barrier properties, oil resistance, and resistance to both high temperatures and low‑temperature freezing, selecting the right materials is paramount. Moreover, by carefully tailoring the material’s structural composition, it is possible to customize high‑barrier stretch films specifically for food applications.
03-17
The market demand for single-material plastic packaging could reach US$71 billion by 2025.
Smithers’ recently published special research report, “The Future of the Monomaterial Plastic Packaging Film Market to 2025,” indicates that in 2019 the market size stood at 20.44 million tons (US$55.9 billion), and by 2025 it could grow to 26.03 million tons (US$70.9 billion). The Asia-Pacific region, North America, and Western Europe constitute the three largest consumer markets for monomaterial plastic packaging films worldwide. In 2020, these three regions accounted for a share of the global market…
03-17
PET protective film _ packaging and printing, also known as heat-resistant PVC film
PET protective film is characterized by its robust material, excellent scratch resistance, long service life, and the fact that it does not yellow over time like PVC. However, most PET films rely on electrostatic adhesion, which can lead to bubbling and peeling; even if they do come loose, they can usually be re‑applied after a few washes with cold water. The cost of printing on PET protective film is significantly higher than that of PVC. On many well‑known foreign‑brand smartphones, manufacturers often include PET protective sheets as standard accessories, using PET‑based protective paper to enhance both quality and aesthetics. There are also custom‑designed maintenance films tailored to specific popular smartphone models, which can be applied immediately without any cutting.