Our range of 60 micron food grade vacuum pouches use the latest technology and offer similar properties to a traditional 85 micron pouch but at the cost of at 60 micron.

Ideal for small sized joints they can be used up to a maximum temperature of 85^oC.

These pouches are suitable for use in the microwave and can be put in the freezer.

Dimensions (Width x Length)
180mm x 275mm

Box Quantity
1000

Thickness
60mU

Vacuum Pouches for Butchers: Essential Packaging for Freshness and Shelf Life

Vacuum pouches are specialised packaging materials that butchers rely on to preserve the freshness and extend the shelf life of meat products. These high-quality pouches are crafted from multi-layered plastic films, offering superior barrier properties against oxygen, moisture, and contaminants.

Here is an in-depth look at the features and benefits of vacuum pouches used by butchers:

Material Composition

• Multi-layered Plastic Films: Vacuum pouches typically consist of polyethylene (PE) and polyamide (PA) layers for enhanced strength and barrier protection.

Superior Barrier Properties

• Oxygen Barrier: Vacuum pouches prevent oxygen from entering, slowing down oxidation and spoilage of meat.
• Moisture Barrier: These pouches maintain stable moisture content, preventing meat from drying out or becoming too moist.
• Aroma Barrier: Vacuum pouches help retain the natural flavors and aromas of the meat inside.

Durability and Strength

• Puncture-Resistant: Designed to withstand sharp edges of bones and meat cuts, vacuum pouches are highly durable.
• High Tensile Strength: Ensures vacuum pouches do not tear or burst during handling and storage.

Sealability and Integrity

• Strong Seals: Vacuum pouches can be heat-sealed to create an airtight environment, crucial for effective vacuum packaging.
• Seal Integrity: These pouches ensure that seals remain intact under various storage conditions, including freezing and refrigeration.

Transparency and Visibility

• Clear Visibility: Vacuum pouches are often transparent or semi-transparent, allowing butchers and consumers to view the product inside without opening the package.

Sizes and Customisation

• Various Sizes: Available in different sizes, vacuum pouches accommodate various cuts of meat, from small portions to large slabs.
• Customisable: Vacuum pouches can be tailored to fit specific packaging needs or branding requirements.

Versatility

• Suitable for Various Meats: Vacuum pouches are ideal for beef, pork, poultry, fish, and other meat products.
• Adaptable Storage: Effective for both refrigerated and frozen storage, vacuum pouches are versatile and reliable.

Vacuum pouches are indispensable for butchers, ensuring that meat products remain fresh, safe, and visually appealing for consumers. By using vacuum pouches, butchers can guarantee the highest quality and longest shelf life for their products.

Please note this item includes UK Government Plastic Packaging Tax, introduced from April 2022.