Packaging for dairy products
Dairy and cultured dairy products are among the most sensitive food items to external influences. This category includes yogurts, kefir, sour cream, butter, glazed curd snacks, condensed milk, ice cream, and cheeses — all of which have a limited shelf life and strict storage requirements. That is why quality packaging plays a decisive role in ensuring safety, extending shelf life, and preserving the sensory qualities of dairy products.
Main functions of packaging for dairy products:
- Barrier protection. Dairy products are easily affected by oxygen, moisture, light, and temperature fluctuations. Packaging materials with high barrier properties block the ingress of air and vapor, preventing fat oxidation and the loss of the product’s nutritional value.
- Protection from light and heat. For products such as glazed curd snacks, ice cream, or condensed milk, opaque packaging materials are used that effectively protect the product from sunlight and overheating. This helps prevent separation, the development of off-flavors, and preserves the proper texture.
- Airtightness and freshness. An important factor is the airtightness of the packaging, which prevents the entry of foreign odors or microorganisms. This is especially important for cultured dairy products, which can easily change their properties if stored improperly.
- Format and ease of use. We offer various types of packaging for dairy products: from ready-made pouches to sleeve labels. Packaging can feature easy-open options, zip-locks, transparent windows, and information zones for labeling, which increase convenience for the end consumer.
- Aesthetics and branding. Bright and clear printing on the packaging enables effective communication with the buyer, helps the product stand out on the shelf, and builds trust in the brand. For dairy products it is important to convey naturalness, freshness, and quality — all of which are achieved through modern printing technologies, including flexographic and rotogravure printing.
ITAK offers:
- Multilayer films with high barrier properties
- Solutions for hot and cold sealing
- Specialized films for fatty, light-sensitive products
- Roll-stock materials and finished pouches tailored to individual needs
