Cryovac develops oxygen scavenging labels

Self-adhesive, oxygen scavenging labels designed to extend product shelf life by removing the residual oxygen within a pack have been developed by Cryovac. Oxygen scavengers are generally sold in powder sachet form, appearing loose in the pack and giving an undesirable ‘foreign body’ perception. Cryovac FL labels, however, can be applied to the lidding film of a pack, hidden behind a printed area or product label, thus preserving an excellent pack appearance. The FL labels prevent oxidation, so preserving flavour, taste and oxygen sensitive nutrients, as well as preventing the growth of micro-organisms such as mould and aerobic bacteria.