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Eggplant Packaging

Advanced Modified Atmosphere/Modified Humidity Packaging Solutions for Shelf-Life Extension

Eggplants are highly perishable vegetables that face significant postharvest challenges due to their high respiration rate and delicate structure. Their glossy skin and fresh green calyx are key quality indicators that deteriorate rapidly after harvest. Effective eggplant packaging should address these challenges.

Xtend® bulk packaging with modified atmosphere and modified humidity properties help preserve fresh quality by creating an environment inside the closed packaging that slows respiration, reduces dehydration and inhibits ethylene. High-water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) films are available to help release excess moisture, which also assists in reducing the risk of microbial decay.

Xtend® also provides companies receiving the produce in eggplant packaging with greater flexibility; they can store for longer and supply upon demand, knowing the eggplants will arrive in prime condition to their customers. This lean and sustainable eggplant packaging is created from 17-20 μm gauge that can optionally be produced with 30% chemically recycled content.

Key Benefits

  • Slows aging
  • Preserves color and glossy appearance
  • Maintains calyx green color and freshness
  • Minimizes dehydration, weight loss and shriveling
  • Reduces risk of microbial decay
  • Reduces the risk of chilling injury

Learn more about our eggplant packaging below,, or contact our team for a quote.

22 Days

Achievable Cold Storage/Shipment at 11°C (52°F)

3 Days

Achievable Shelf Life at 20°C (68°F)

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Innovative Eggplant Packaging, Better Results

Our innovative packaging technology combines modified atmosphere and humidity control, effectively slowing down the respiration rate, reducing weight loss, and suppressing microbial decay of eggplants. We offer unique film structures with tailored water vapor transmission rates (WVTR) that deliver unparalleled condensation control and moisture management for better product visibility and mitigation of microbial decay.

Explore the Possibilities

StePacPPC offers a versatile range of eggplant packaging to meet your specific packaging needs. Each solution is designed to maximize freshness, minimize waste and address specific challenges and opportunities in the eggplants supply chain.

Xtend Carton Liner

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Bulk Liners for Bulk Storage and Shipment

Conventional bulk liners for manual packing of eggplant. Enable customers to store for longer and supply upon demand or ship to distant markets.

Hands-On Support, Wherever You Are

From small local farms to multinational exporters, we’re helping the industry realize the full potential of every eggplant!

We proudly provide the following services to customers:

  • Local expertise combined with global knowledge
  • On-site postharvest audits
  • On-arrival inspections
  • Multilingual technical support
  • Customized training programs
  • Product simulation, testing, and benchmarking

Contact StePacPPC to explore how our advanced eggplant packaging solutions can optimize your operations.

Sustainability You Can Count On

We’re driven by a commitment to sustainability. Our eggplant packaging reduces plastic use, combats food waste, facilitates sea freight over air freight, cuts carbon emissions, and supports a circular economy. We’re also certified by Redcert to incorporate BASF Ultramid® Ccycled®, a chemically recycled polyamide at 30% or more into its polyamide-based films. Typically, our packaging saves more carbon emissions than are generated during its lifecycle. Learn more about our sustainability initiatives here.

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Let’s Improve Your Eggplant Packaging

Ready to learn more about what we can do for you? Reach out to our team for an initial consultation.