This section provides MAP modified atmosphere packaging technology for various products for reference. The details include recommended gas mixtures, ideal storage temperatures, theoretically achievable shelf-lives, principal spoilage mechanisms and organisms, possible food poisoning hazards, typical MAP modified atmosphere packaging machines, typical types of packages, and examples of typical MAP materials for a comprehensive list of individual food items within 16 food categories.
Modified Atmosphere Packaging of Cooked Cured and Processed Meat Products
Extending the shelf-life of raw red meat products Processed meats such as ham, salami and chorizo (eg. cold cuts and luncheon meats) have a tendency to become discoloured over time if it is stored in air. When raw meats are cured they often assume a red [...]




