One of the most critical uses of gases in the food industry is creating a protective atmosphere inside the packaging to keep products fresh. Modified Atmosphere Packaging (M.A.P.) is a method that has grown very rapidly in the food industry and continues to grow.
Air causes oxidative deterioration as well as bacterial and mold growth in food products. Protective gases slow down oxidation and the growth of bacteria and mold, extending shelf life by 2–5 times while keeping the product safe and of high quality. Another benefit is that fewer preservatives are needed.
As we know, 78% of the air we breathe is nitrogen and 21% is oxygen. One of the main purposes of MAP is to reduce the amount of oxygen in the packaging from 21% to 0%, creating a carbon dioxide atmosphere that slows the growth of bacteria and mold. Therefore, the protective gases used in MAP usually consist of a mixture of nitrogen and carbon dioxide gases. However, other gas mixtures and concentrations are also used depending on the product group.
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