Definitions
What is food packaging?
Science & technology of enclosing products for distribution, storage, sale, & use.
Give an example of a primary container.
Plastic inside a cereal box
What does the FDA Stand for?
Food and Drug Administration
What is identification
Name of the product
What is an allergen?
Defined as foods or substances which may cause allergies
Give an example of a secondary container
cardboard of a cereal box
What is one food industry certification you can get?
HACCP, ServeSafe, ISO 22000
What is important about the first item on the ingredients list
What is a health claim?
Claim by the manufacturer of the product stating their food will reduce the risk of developing a disease
Give an example of a tertiary container
larger cardboard box holding multiple food items
Name one of the acts we discussed that dealt with food packaging.
The Pure Food & Drugs Act or The Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act
What are the two aspects of serving size?
Serving size per container and per person
What is modified Atmosphere Packaging?
Injection of special blends of components to extend product shelf life
Give three examples of retail containers
metal can, glass, plastic bottles, jars, etc.
What does the Federal Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act Do?
Gave FDA authority to oversee the safety of food, drugs, and cosmetics
Name four items used on the nurtiion facts
calories, total fat, cholesterol, sodium, carbs, fiber, sugars, added sugars, protein, vitamins
What is Controlled Atmosphere Packaging
Injection or introduction of elements to achieve desired atmosphere and slow natural respiration.
Please name the primary, secondary, and tertiary containers for individual oatmeal.
Primary - paper baggie
Secondary - Box that 6 come in
Tertiary - Big box that holds multiple items
Name three Government Programs that work with food packaging.
FDA, USDA, FSIS
What is the difference between use-by and sell-by dates
Use by - when the food could go bad.
Sell By - when the store needs to sell the item