Food cellophane

Food cellophane or food protective cellophane, also known as stretch cellophane, is one of the most common and widely used packaging materials and equipment. The application of this product is food packaging in order to prevent the entry of dust, germs and any kind of pollution inside them. This type of cellophane also prevents the penetration of air and moisture by creating a protective coating on the surface of the food and preserves the freshness of the food products.

The thickness of cellophanes varies depending on their application and type of use, but stretch cellophane for food protection is usually thin and thin, and its diameter is between 8 and 14 microns. The low thickness of this cellophane has made it useful not as the main packaging, but as an ideal supplement to the main packaging. For example, to vacuum edible mushrooms, they are first placed in disposable containers, then their packaging is completed with a cellophane cover on the surface.

Food preservative cellophanes are used in a wide range of food industry. From factories and food processing workshops to restaurants and fast foods, food supply stores and home kitchens, everyone needs this widely used product. This type of cellophane can be used for Packaging of food products , including vegetables, dried fruits, meat, chicken, fish, sweets, etc.

Features of first class cellophane

Today, many factories have started producing food cellophanes, which may not all have the desired quality. To distinguish first-class and high-quality cellophane, it is necessary to consider the following points:

• Ability to be flexible and soft
• High transparency and non-opacity of cellophane plastic
• High adhesive strength
• The property of elasticity and not breaking and cracking in case of stretching

Why is cellophane an ideal coating for covering food?

1. The low weight of cellophane means that no pressure is applied to the food and its shape and texture are maintained. In addition, the low weight of cellophane reduces the final weight of the packaged product.
2. The transparency of cellophane allows the customer to see the contents inside the package and ensure the quality of the product.
3. The flexibility and elasticity of cellophane makes it easy to use and speeds up the packing process.
4. Cellophane packaging preserves the health of food. Due to its adhesive properties, cellophane can be completely fixed on food and create an isolated and hygienic coating. The isolation coating of the product prevents the penetration of oxygen and moisture into it, prevents the food from becoming moldy, and also increases its lifespan and freshness. By doing this, the shelf life of the food will be increased and it will be usable for a longer time.