Top Small Food Packaging Solutions for Every Business Need
Food packaging is an integral part of any food-related or restaurant business, playing a crucial role in keeping food items fresh and protected. As a small business, finding the right food packaging supplies can be a challenge, but with the right options, you can create a professional and appealing brand image.
Choosing the right packaging materials for your food products and balancing quality with cost can be a crucial component for success in the food industry, particularly for small businesses. Folene Packaging dissects the best types of small food packaging for businesses.
Types of Food Packaging Materials
Food packaging solutions come in a variety of styles and materials, including boxes, bags, and containers, to suit different business needs and quantities.
Boxes
Boxes are a popular choice for small food packaging due to their sturdy structure and versatility. They come in various materials such as cardboard and paperboard, which are often recyclable and eco-friendly.
Pros:
Provide excellent protection and support for delicate items
Easy to customize with logos and designs
Stackable for efficient storage
Cons:
Can be bulkier compared to other packaging types
May not be ideal for moist or oily foods without additional lining
Boxes are generally opaque, which obscures the product from view
Bags
Bags are flexible packaging options commonly made from plastic, paper, or biodegradable materials. They are suitable for snacks, dry goods, and small food items.
Pros:
Lightweight and space-saving
Often resealable, maintaining freshness
Cost-effective for small quantities
Cons:
Less protective against crushing or impact
Plastic bags may raise environmental concerns unless biodegradable
Containers
Containers include plastic, glass, or compostable options designed to hold a variety of food items securely. They are especially useful for small food portion control and ready-to-eat meals.
Pros:
Provide excellent sealing and protection
Suitable for both solid and liquid foods
Reusable and stackable
Cons:
Plastic containers may not be eco-friendly
Glass containers can be heavy and fragile
Shrink Film
Shrink film is a plastic film that tightly wraps food products when heat is applied, offering a secure and tamper-evident seal.
Pros:
Provides a clear view of the product inside
Protects against contamination and extends shelf life
Conforms easily to various shapes and sizes
Cons:
Requires specialized equipment for bulk applications (but can be used with a heat gun for small quantities)
Recyclability depends on the material type
Each packaging material offers unique benefits and challenges for small food packaging. Choosing the right one depends on the type of food, desired presentation, and sustainability goals.
Folene Packaging Materials for Small Food Packaging
Folene Packaging focuses on providing sustainable and flexible packaging solutions for businesses, providing a range of choices for packaging food items, snacks, and other products. Our flexible packaging solutions are all FDA approved for food with non-barrier requirements and are used in numerous food manufacturing applications. For example, choosing a high quality shrink film as a bakery wraps allow for individually wrapped pastries, extending shelf life and preserving freshness without compromising on product visibility. Our specially formulated anti-fogging film is an excellent choice for packaging refrigerated or frozen foods to maintain full visibility even at low temperatures.
For manufacturers that want to take a combined packaging approach, our shrink films can also be used as secondary packaging for food containers, corrugated cardboard trays, cupcake boxes, plastic bags, food gift baskets, or other primary packaging for a more secure package and high quality effect.
Our packaging options also include eco-friendly and biodegradable solutions, such as Ecolene® biodegradable film and Ecolene® AP-XPCR high-PCR-content film to help meet your company’s sustainability goals. All of our films are highly customizable, and we offer bespoke sizes, perforations, color printing on plastic film, single-wound, or centerfold to design the perfect shrink film for your small food packaging needs. With our customizable packaging options, you can create a unique and professional brand image that stands out from the competition. Our expert team is always available to help you choose the right packaging materials and for your business, ensuring that you get the best solution for your needs.
Safety and Regulations
Food safety is a top priority, and our packaging solutions are designed to meet all relevant regulations and standards. Our food packaging materials are food-safe and non-toxic, ensuring that your products are protected and your customers are safe. Our packaging solutions are designed to elongate shelf life, and prevent contamination and spoilage, keeping your food items fresh and protected. With our food packaging solutions, you can ensure that your products are safe and compliant with all relevant regulations.
Packaging Trends and Innovations
The food packaging industry is constantly evolving, with new trends and innovations emerging all the time. Our team is always on the lookout for the latest developments and advancements in food packaging, ensuring that our solutions are always up-to-date and effective. With the steep rise in consumer environmental consciousness in recent years, eco-friendly packaging has become a hot trend worth adopting. Most recently, Folene Packaging released a food-safe high PCR-content shrink film for truly sustainable brands who care about the environment and their customers. With our eco-conscious and innovative food packaging solutions, you can stay ahead of the curve and take advantage of the latest trends and innovations in the industry.
