The characteristics and performance of packaging materials are critical to the success of foods and beverages. At Affinity Labs, we have a deep understanding of how different packaging materials can help to protect your product and optimise shelf-life. Our small-scale packaging services can accommodate glass, cans and plastic-based materials and our testing services allow us to assess the impact of oxygen and the packaging materials on the product, under different usage and/or supply chain conditions.

To connect with our experts and talk about your requirements, submit an enquiry.

We offer tailored shelf-life testing services to food and beverage producers and suppliers on a fee-for-service basis.
This includes:

Assistance with product design and packaging considerations

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Small-scale packaging capabilities, using controlled fill procedures

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Storage in temperature controlled facilities

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Microbiological testing for harmful micro-organisms

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Detailed chemical profiling

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Physical testing of packaging attributes

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Monitoring of key aroma and flavour product attributes

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Assistance with fault and taint diagnosis

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