Premium MAP Modified Atmosphere Packaging Box & Egg Freshness Container
Our MAP (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) Box & Egg Freshness Container represents advanced active-preservation technology designed specifically for cold-chain food packaging, fresh produce, meat, and delicate fresh eggs (chicken, duck, quail, and goose eggs). Manufactured using multi-layer co-extrusion thermoforming with high-barrier EVOH resins, these rigid containers prevent gas exchange ($O_2, CO_2, N_2$) to inhibit oxidative degradation and aerobic microbial growth.
Specifically engineered for fresh egg distribution, the shock-absorbing multi-cavity structure protects delicate eggshells from impact during transport, while the controlled gas environment maintains internal albumen height (Haugh units) and yolk integrity for up to 2-3 times longer than conventional packaging.
Key Technical Advantages
- ? Precision Gas Barrier (EVOH Core): Ultra-low Oxygen Transmission Rate ($OTR < 2.0\text{ cm}^3/\text{m}^2\cdot24\text{h}\cdot\text{atm}$) retains protective gas mixtures ($N_2/CO_2$), preventing eggshell respiration loss and food oxidation.
- ? Shock-Resistant Egg Protection: Custom contoured cushioning cavities immobilize eggs securely, dramatically reducing transportation breakage and micro-fissure damage in logistics.
- ? 99.9% Antibacterial & Moisture Control: Formulated with food-safe surface treatments that inhibit bacterial penetration (Salmonella) through eggshell pores under cold storage conditions.
- ? Hermetic Leak-Proof Heat Sealing: Superior seal strength compatible with high-speed automated MAP tray sealers, preventing gas leakage and vacuum loss.
- ? 100% Food-Grade Safe & Recyclable: Made from premium FDA & EU-compliant food-grade PP/PET materials, non-toxic, odorless, and 100% recyclable.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification / Performance |
|---|---|
| Material Structure | PP / EVOH / PE, APET / EVOH / PE, or High-Barrier CPET |
| Pouch / Cavity Options | 2-Pack, 4-Pack, 6-Pack, 10-Pack, 12-Pack Egg Trays & Custom MAP Boxes |
| Thickness Range | 350 µm – 1200 µm (0.35 mm – 1.20 mm) |
| Oxygen Transmission (OTR) | $\le 2.0\text{ cm}^3/\text{m}^2\cdot24\text{h}\cdot\text{atm}$ (at $23^\circ\text{C}, 0\% \text{RH}$) |
| Moisture Vapor Transmission (WVTR) | $\le 1.5\text{ g}/\text{m}^2\cdot24\text{h}$ (at $38^\circ\text{C}, 90\% \text{RH}$) |
| Temperature Compatibility | Chilled storage ($0^\circ\text{C} – 8^\circ\text{C}$); PP options microwave safe ($< 120^\circ\text{C}$) |
| Certifications & Compliance | FDA 21 CFR Compliant, EU 10/2011, BRCGS Food Grade, ISO 22000, RoHS |
Primary Packaging Applications
- Fresh Poultry Eggs: Organic eggs, free-range chicken eggs, omega-3 eggs, duck, quail, and goose eggs.
- Prepared & Pre-Cooked Foods: Chilled ready meals, deli items, airline catering trays.
- Fresh Meat & Seafood: Sliced beef cuts, poultry portions, seafood trays, cooked meat deli packs.
Why Choose Our MAP Containers?
- ? Factory Direct Precision Molding: Tailormade tray depths, cavity configurations, seal rim widths, and custom tinting (clear, black, yellow, amber).
- ⚙️ Automated Machine Compatibility: Flawless dimensional stability designed for seamless operation on Multivac, Ulma, and Ilpra automated MAP tray sealers.
- ? Export Logistics Ready: Heavy-duty palletizing with fast turnaround times and free sample trays available for machine gas testing and trial packaging runs.
