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This website is dedicated to know-how about Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP).
What is Modified Atmosphere Packaging?
Modfied Atmosphere Packaging is a way of extending the shelf life of fresh food products. The technology subsitutes the atmospheric air inside a package with a protective gas mix. The gas in the package helps ensure that the product will stay fresh for as long as possible.
What products can be packaged using MAP?
A wide varity of products are gas flushed, typical products are:
- Fresh meat
- Processed meat
- Cheese
- Milk powder
- Snacks
- Fresh pasta
- Vegetables
- Bread
- Convenience products
- Case ready meat
- Fresh poultry
- Seafood
Where can I read more about this technology?
PBI-Dansensor - experts in quality control and assurance of MAP - visit: www.pbi-dansensor.com
Free book on MAP from Free Press - Foodpackages.net
Wikipedia - article about Modified Atmosphere Packaging Wikipedia
The European Food Information Council - Eufic
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MAP in other languages
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