Loose-fill polystyrene packaging can be found in a variety of applications in the food packaging industry. The food contact surface also called the food contact lining or FCL is used for smooth running of coolers, food processors, hot dog machines, and deep fryers. The foam core acts as the main barrier in food contact surfaces and thus preventing the formation of droplets that might give rise to steam, bacterial growth, and unpleasant odors. It also keeps out airborne particles and condensation thereby reducing the need for excessive spraying. Loose-fill polystyrene packaging can be described as a product composed of ethylene-propylene-urethane or E-Pro. The most common polystyrene packaging is produced using ethylene-propylene-urethane or E-Pro type. It can be further subdivided into many types such as polystyrene pellets, rolls and sheets, plastic bottles, cans, sleeves, tubes, and bin liners. Polystyrene pellets are the more preferred variety because of their greater flexibility.
Loose-fill polystyrene packaging can be described as a flexible but durable product suitable for many applications. It has numerous advantages such as superior chemical resistance, easy to use, lightweight, cost-efficient, and environmentally friendly. It can be easily molded into almost any shape without using any glue. It can be cut to different sizes according to individual requirements. The wide range of applications of this product makes it one of the most widely used products throughout the world. Due to its wide range of uses, it has become one of the most demanded and popular products in the global packaging market. Polystyrene Packaging is extensively used for packaging sweets, lunches, snacks, shampoo, oil, and other hygiene and health care products. These packets are also used in food products like ice cream, cookies, cakes, dough, and potato chips. They are also used for personal care products like facial wash, shaving cream, sanitary pads, toilet tissues, and feminine hygiene products. The global packaging production market for loose-fill polystyrene packaging is huge and growing at a rapid pace... Read more