Food packaging boxes are vital components for successful product selling. While an attractive presentation is important, food cartons need to be functional to deliver the quality perishables to the consumer.
Perishable items -- whether they are fresh produce, seafood or floral arrangements -- require special packaging to maintain freshness and ensure the integrity of the product upon delivery. Although food packing boxes vary in design and material, all food boxes need to meet certain criteria for successful product delivery.
Specialty food packaging containers should:
1. Protect the product during the delivery process.
2. Be environmentally friendly.
3. Promote the product using an attractive packaging design.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Use appropriate food packaging cartons
Different perishables require special packaging that offers protection during the shipping process.
I recommend: Place
reusable gel packs in the commercial food packaging box to keep perishables cold. The consumer can use the gel packs again, a perk that could influence repeat business. Choose corrugated food boxes appropriate for the size package you need to ship. ULINE offers
corrugated food packing boxes in an array of sizes and at a competitive price. If you need a specialty size for unique perishable items and want to advertise your brand, design your own food shipping box.
Houston Carton offers custom designs for food boxes to fit your needs.
Choose environmentally-friendly food packaging boxes and materials
Picking recyclable food cartons and packing materials benefits the environment and boosts the image of your company.
I recommend: Support manufacturers of cardboard food packaging who recycle. Check the
Recyclable Transfer Packaging Directory for partner companies. Recycle or reuse expanded polystyrene (EPS) packing material. Print a message of your company's environmental friendliness on your food shipping boxes to attract customers who are environmentally conscious.
Use food shipping boxes and packing materials that are efficient and cost-effective
Easy-to-use food packaging boxes coupled with affordability lead to a smooth shipping transaction.
I recommend: Buy
corrugated food packaging containers in bulk to save money. Use an
Ice Wrap from Maxwell Chase to ensure your perishable items maintain an optimal temperature. The lightweight Ice Wrap lowers costs while it protects the products in the food shipping boxes.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- Choose wax-coated food packaging cartons to protect the shipment from moisture damage.
The official source of Choosing Food Packaging Boxes for Perishables is
the Food Packaging Boxes page at Business.com
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