Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP)

Seafood packaging.

Packing within a modified atmosphere provides a prolonged shelf life for seafood products.

Seafood stays fresh longer with MAP packing. The MAP process prolongs the shelf life of seafood and also maintains the appearance, taste and texture for optimum presentation and longevity.

MAP packing is the tool that can help your business maintain product freshness for a prolonged period of time.
CO2
Lower bacterial count

MAP packaging

Longer shelf life for seafood

 

  • CO2 inhibits bacterial growth and keeps count low
  • CO2 reduces pH of the product
  • CO2 will give a longer shelf life
  • Low storage temperature, +2°C or lower, and hygiene is important to have a good shelf life

 

Typical carbon dioxide gas mixes for seafood
Cod 
CO2 Cod mix
40%
Salmon
CO2 Salmon mix
60%
Shelf life when storage at +2C
Salmon

14 days

Cod

10 days

Crab

7 days

Mussles

10 days

Cooked seafood

35 days

Smoked salmon

35 days

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