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Listed below are some of our films that have been used in typical packaging applications in different markets. Every application is different and the use of any packaging product should be rigorously tested before being used commercially. (See guidelines below.)
The market
New product development is widespread in the frozen foods market. A common trend in all market sectors, from starters to desserts, is to support the launch of a new product with more sophisticated packaging that enhances brand promotion and delivers superior product protection. In the ice cream market, demand has become less seasonal, a trend encouraged by brand extensions and growth of the "take-home" sector.
Polypropylene films are increasingly becoming the packaging material of choice in this market. ExxonMobil is well represented in all sectors, with a range of films that enhance the promotional, convenience and performance aspects of frozen food products.
Product types
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Main factors of degradation
While freezing reduces the numbers of viable organisms, it does not completely sterilise food. To maintain frozen foods in perfect condition during storage and distribution, the packaging must provide protection against:
- Dehydration caused by moisture vapour escaping through the walls or seals of the package. This moisture loss dehydrates the surface area of the food, causing desiccation or freezer burn
- If air penetrates the package, oxidation, promoted by enzymes which have not been eliminated by blanching, can be caused
- Light accelerates oxidation particularly in foods with a high fat content
- Flavour or odour loss
ExxonMobil solutions: frozen foods
Films currently under development are not mentioned below, but we are continuously developing new films tailored to specific applications and markets. For more information on films currently under development in this area, please click on SALES & SUPPORT in the left side bar to find your nearest representative.
| ExxonMobil solutions: ice cream
Ice cream, a blend of milk, cream and sugar frozen to give a desirabl texture, is probably one of the world's most popular food products. The market has enjoyed one of the fastest growths in recent years. Development of super premium and premium market segments has led to higher-value product presentation and protection, with polypropylene becoming the packaging material of choice.
ExxonMobil has a specific range of films dedicated to this sector.
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Data sheets for our products are available for review from your browser. When you have completed your initial research, please contact your ExxonMobil representative to discuss how we may help you design the optimum solution for your flexible packaging or labeling needs. Click on SALES & SUPPORT in the left side bar to find your nearest ExxonMobil representative.
Technical data and guidelines presented on this web site are based on tests, experience and information that ExxonMobil Chemical Films believes to be reliable and helpful. The films are presented for consideration but are not intended as a recommendation for use in any particular application. It is impossible to anticipate every application for which the products may be proposed and widely varying user's processing conditions may have significant impact on performance properties. For those reasons it is important that users undertake independent testing in order to verify the suitability of any product for any particular application. Users are also encouraged to discuss potential applications with representatives of ExxonMobil Chemical Films who can consider the specific conditions that may be encountered.
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