Mitsubishi Gas Chemical America has introduced a new flexible packaging technology that potentially more than doubles the shelf life of food products. NutraSave, an innovative resin technology, keeps foods fresher and enhances the consumer appeal of popular brands while minimizing food waste and costs. As consumer demands for fresh and wholesome food products without preservatives continue to increase, NutraSave meets the needs of brand owners who are seeking solutions to extend the shelf life of their products without adding ingredients.
Embedded as a film layer within flexible packaging, NutraSave removes oxygen trapped within sealed packages to safely extend and protect original food flavors, aromas, and textures without the need for sachets or packets. Ideal for retort packaging applications, NutraSave protects products such as soups, sauces, processed fruit, dips, protein bars, prepared meals, wet pet foods, as well as an array of natural and organic and gluten-free products that are particularly vulnerable to food spoilage. The preservative-free innovation – which prevents mold growth and color changes, odors and spoilage in foods – is FDA compliant.