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Compare Food Shelf Life Vacuum Sealed Non Vacuum Sealed

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THE ADVANTAGES OF VACUUM PACKAGING By Bradfordcity

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TYPICAL SHELF LIFE OF VACUUM PACKAGED PRODUCTS:
All vacuum packaged foods must be top quality; fresh, and prepared in a sanitary method in order to
reach optimum shelf life. In addition, shelf life can be affected by acidity, pH level, temperature, and
ingredients. Vacuum Packaging is not a substitute for canning. Perishable foods must be
refrigerated.
Some typical shelf lives of Vacuum Packaged refrigerated products, as compared to normal
refrigeration, are:

Estimated Refrigerated Life* Under Controlled Atmosphere 32° to 35° F -

Item
Normal Refrigerated Life                               Vacuum Packed      

Fresh Beef 3 days                                                     12 days                         
Fresh Pork 4 days                                                     15 days                       
Smoked Fish 1-2 weeks                                            3-6 weeks                      
Fresh Fish 1-2 days                                                   1 week                          
Fresh Produce 2-4 days                                            1-2 weeks                      
Fresh Poultry 1-2 days                                              1 week                      

Smoked Meats 2-4 weeks                                         6-12 weeks                   
Pizza 1-2 days                                                           1 week                            

Cheese 1-1 l/2 weeks                                                3-4 weeks                      
Sliced Deli Meats 1-2 days                                        2-3 weeks                      

(Typical Shrink Loss: % to 1 */2% without Vacuum Packaging.)
The above shelf lives may vary and can be affected by product freshness, acidity, pH level,
temperature, ingredients, sanitation, and laminates used in pouch construction. The chart only
contains approximate times and products should be checked for freshness before being consumed.


Guide ID: 10000000008684299Guide created: 09/10/08 (updated 09/10/08)

 
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