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FreshMax Self-Adhesive Oxygen Absorbers

FreshMax^® is the world's first self-adhesive oxygen absorber. FreshMax was specifically designed for adhesion within packaging of high value foods where oxygen absorption requirements are at levels below 50cc.

FreshMax absorbers protect foods against colour change, rancidity, loss of nutritional value, and mould growth. They are adhesive backed and offer a flat, flexible format, with an ultra-thin, low profile design, making them seemingly invisible. FreshMax has proven so successful in protecting high value foods, it has been recognized with national and international awards in the packaging industry.

FreshMax absorbers offer several distinct advantages for your high value food packaging:

Retards loss of colour and loss of flavour, particularly in sliced, processed meats
Adhesive-backed for firm attachment anywhere within the package
Custom printing is available
FreshMax extends shelf life resulting from oxygen levels below 0.01%
Absorbers maintain product quality and appearance
Prevents growth of aerobic micro-organisms
FreshMax absorbers eliminate the need for antioxidants such as BHA and BHT
Can be used with gas flushing to absorb all residual oxygen and remove any oxygen that permeates the package
Are easily applied using commercially available labelling equipment

Typical high value food applications include:

Processed, smoked and cured meats
Breads, cakes, pastries
Candies and confectioneries
Cheeses and dairy products
Fresh and pre-cooked pasta and noodles

Maximum versatility and cost-effectiveness

FreshMax can be easily applied or inserted using conventional labelling equipment or insertion machines. The absorbers are available in numerous sizes to fit your existing or new packaging requirements, and can be customized with your company graphics, promotional copy, instructions, etc.

FreshMax Oxygen Absorbers vs. Other Technologies

Packaging Method	Results	Benefits
FreshMax	Reduces and maintains Oxygen content in packaging to below 0.01% and maintains this level despite oxygen ingress	Eliminates spoilage, organisms, and oxidative chemical reactions in packaging
Vacuum & Back Flush	Achieves as little as 0.2% Residual Oxygen	Controls aerobic microbial growth
Gas Flushing	Approximately 0.5% to 5% Oxygen	Provides some control of aerobic microbial growth

Package requirements for successful use of FreshMax

FreshMax has been found to be effective in absorbing low levels of oxygen when used with many kinds of packaging materials including EVOH and PVDC. Some important considerations to keep in mind regarding certain types of packaging include:

Adequate barrier should be used - Materials must be checked for their oxygen permeability.
Hermetic seals are essential - Non-hermetic seals reduce shelf-life by using up oxygen absorber capacity prematurely.
Package geometry - The package must be designed so as to allow free circulation of air around the product.

It is recommended that application tests with actual materials and equipment be conducted before using and specifying FreshMax. This includes determining the water activity of the product as nearly as possible, at what temperature the product will be packaged, and specifications of the packaging film.

A questionnaire is available upon request to help determine your requirements.

Multisorb Technologies practices a policy of continuous improvement, therefore we reserve the right to discontinue or change specifications, designs or materials, without notice, consistent with sound engineering principles and modern practices.