Project Description
Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) for Bananas
Lifepack® MA/MH (modified atmosphere / modified humidity) bags preserves the quality of bananas during prolonged storage and shipment.
- Green bananas packed in modified atmosphere / modified humidity liners at source can be stored for up to 35 days at 13°-14°C (55-57°F)
- Bananas can then be ripened through the bag with no need to open or tamper with the bag
- Bananas will stay ripe in bag for another 6-7 days before displaying on the shelf
Lifepack® Added Value
- Higher profitability due to less waste in the supply chain
- Reduced logistic costs due to viability of sea and land transport over air freight
- Market expansion enabled through prolonged cold storage
- Permeability with temperature,
- Increased gas diffusion by using micro perforations
- Machinability
- High printability,
- Sealing integrity,
- High clarity
Lifepack® Modified Atmosphere Packaging Solutions
Lifepack® Modified Atmosphere Bags inhibit pitting, which is a postharvest disorder seen in prolonged storage.
Lifepack® modified atmosphere bags inhibit the development of spoilage caused by the main postharvest pathogens botrytis cinerea (gray mold) and monilin fructicola (brown rot).
Lifepack® Modified Atmosphere Bags prevent water loss and wilting by maintaining a high humidity environment of 90-95% relative humidity.
Lifepack® modified atmosphere bags maintain the firmness of the product, which is essential for commercialization in international markets.
Lifepack® modified atmosphere bags inhibit post-harvest spoilage and physiological disorders.
Lifepack® modified atmosphere bags preserve the natural color of the product.
Bananas Storage Life
30 days at 13 °C
Bananas Shelf Life
5 days at 20 °C