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Maya Suaza Santiago - Plastic

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DISTANCE
Unit 1 - Phase 2 Project Planning

ongoing program

Food Engineering

Student name

Santiago Maya Suaza

Academic program

Food Packaging And Packaging

Guardian's Name

VINCENT ORTIZ

Cluster

216006_25

Year

Year 2023, March 18 Bogotá, Colombia.

single item.

Establish the concepts and / or differences between (Maximum 4 pages): 1.

Food Packaging

The packaging consists of protecting the products of interest which seeks to preserve the food
and prolong its useful life by conserving the merchandise in addition to establishing the ease of
transport and storage so that it reaches the final consumer and also facilitates its consumption.

2. Primary, secondary and tertiary packaging

Primary Packaging Secondary Packaging Tertiary Packing

It is the one that contains It consists of the grouping It consists of gathering

and awaits the product is of primary packaging both primary and
fundamental because which give easy access to secondary products to
involves direct contact with scale to companies also create a "larger" load which
the product, that is to say, it obtain a must be transported by
over-stores the product to additional protection with pallets or containers.
keep it in cardboard boxes or heavy - They are used to compact
optimal conditions and is plastic bags loads
considered the smallest part - Take advantage of
in the unit sale of the product Their functions are: storage capacity.
and the one that allows it to - Be homologous.
be easily identified. - Be resistant.
- Concrete quantities

These must comply

basic conditions such as:
- Product identification.
- Identify the brand.
- Ease of isolation
- Protect the product.

3. Properties or general characteristics should have a food packaging (Physical, Chemical,

Marketing, Transporting, among others)

Characteristics of food packaging

General chemical commerciali Mechanical Thermal physical

Characteristics Conditions zation Conditions Conditions conditions
cs

- Determine - They control and - HE - It is procured - Has to - Should have

units of keep distributes that he bear characterization
charge like this isolated for a food some ones about
same for reactions company in must be parameters the product
 identify your external than which is packaging and of - Board
distribution can will establish: package temperature nutritional or
- Should have trigger - prices or about s and have content
priority some entity - exhibition boxes that some -
before the bacterial - favorscenc must limits °C conservation
needs - They avoid the ia about him keep on point no
of the contamination product a maximum - State of
consumer crossover - promote resistance u as product
that are by factors yes so stiff minimum, if (Colour, Weight,
suitable and chemicals or - rotation of of the must indicate size)
of good substances the merchandise pressures in it - Has to
quality. chemical - is incorporated receiving product the meet the
- Guarantee - you use data during the temperature parameters
the protection films basic in the burden. s optimal and quality
of the product groceries which one is - HE suitable. BFF AND ISO
in addition to to improve reports to guarantees the - Packaging
his the quality of consumer quality of appropriate
respective the food the content material that does not alter
ID and inhibit of the product. unitary than the
any I don't know properties
bacterium. deteriorate with of the product
- the movies ease and
biodegradable be
is are resistant.
factors for
improve the
product.

4. Types of novel food packaging exist in the market (Used Images): Biodegradable, Active,
Smart, Augmented Reality and others.

Types of innovative food packaging

Biodegradable Bioplastics artificial assets atmosphere Tetrabrick

you intelligence
our
computers

they use Are scan and Are create a It is a box

materials capsules detects packaging atmosphere of cardboard
recyclable and easy conditions which internal for waterproof
easy degradation of the establish the food zado with
decomposition using products a inhibiting aluminum than
ion su materials their condition all step of adopt a
major nice properties environmental to oxygens or form of
source are with the middle if they are food with gases tetrahedron
the atmosphere modified the external than with ideals
polymers of in addition to for some decrease they can for
sources be factor of gases alter the store
natural recyclable external or external or food with liquids
 which are let be internal air than easy in addition to
easy further can adaptation facilitate your
destruction resistant affect environmental to transportation or
for product like this the burden
transportation or conserving temperature closed
storage during s inhibiting seal me
ent without long he meet with
the gases periods of growth shape
they can time any rectangular
affect ideal for organism.
product and export
it's more s.
used the
plastic
internal and one
movie
biodegradable
and.

5. Identify the general characteristics, physical and chemical properties of the following types
of packaging material

Types of packaging materials

materials

Material cardboard - Plastic Metal Glass Smart

Paper Packaging

General aluminum than His In addition to

characterists The cardboard is It's a is treated component be
cs a material polymer in why not is sand in biodegradable
biodegradable which his impact which is and allows
and since I know major inside the becomes elderly
composed of source is from food is quartz for durability
a great oils in a have of the product
percentage which coating more hardness since in his
of cellulose allows what helps and is used inside
which comes Be a to keep for drinks contains a
of the material the heat as the movie the
trees. too much covered with beer which one does

useful to tin. that inhibit

 bear he
various growth
situations. of some
microorganisms
mos

chemical cellulose and polymers It's easy it's sand compounds

Properties fibers created by driving sauced with of aluminum
functions of potash than cardboard and

synthetic electrons by joining plastics in

oil and that is to say with these 2 a small
others easy compounds proportion
materials. manipulator let that allow
- Polyethylene of the the That
and temperature glass and sea come back
- Polypropylene moldable to thermocycled
ne temperature r
-Polystyrene s high biodegradable
is

advantage economic Is reusable It does not produce Easy

biodegradable raincoat easy to pollutant manipulation
and recyclable. yes recycle is no
long not toxic. dangerous or Avoid
duration of toxic growths
use it's easy of bacteria
easy degradation external
manipulation Recyclable Access to
no board
not toxic. nutritional
easily
3. Environmental impact - Recycling methods

There are many different types of plastic, each with their unique properties and uses. Some
common types of plastic include:

Polyethylene (PE)
Polypropylene (PP)
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Polystyrene (PS)
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

Despite its many advantages, plastic also has significant drawbacks, such as its negative impact on
the environment and human health. Plastic is non-biodegradable, which means it can persist in the
environment for hundreds of years, polluting land and waterways and harming wildlife.
Additionally, the production of plastic generates significant greenhouse gas emissions, contributing
to climate change. Efforts are being made to reduce plastic use and promote more sustainable
alternatives to address these challenges.

Non-biodegradable: One of the main problems with plastic is that it is non-biodegradable, which means it does not break down
naturally. Plastic waste can take hundreds of years to break down, and in the meantime, it can harm wildlife, pollute the
environment, and contribute to waste buildup in landfills. Environmental pollution: Plastic pollution is a major environmental
problem. Plastic debris can enter waterways and oceans, where it can harm marine life and disrupt ecosystems. Plastic trash on
the ground can also be unsightly and can harm wildlife that mistakes it for food. Health Hazards: Plastic can pose health hazards
to humans and animals. Harmful chemicals used in plastic production, such as bisphenol-A (BPA), can leach from plastic
products into food and drink. Microplastics, small pieces of plastic less than 5 millimeters in size, are found in many
environments and can accumulate in the food chain, potentially harming human health. Climate change: Plastic production
generates significant amounts of greenhouse gases, which contributes to climate change. Also, plastic waste in landfills can
release methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. Recycling Challenges: While some types of plastic are recyclable, the recycling
process can be difficult and expensive. Many types of plastic are not recycled at all, and even those that are recycled can end up
in landfills or in the ocean. Recycling Challenges: While some types of plastic are recyclable, the recycling process can be difficult
and expensive. Many types of plastic are not recycled at all, and even those that are recycled can end up in landfills or in the
ocean. Recycling Challenges: While some types of plastic are recyclable, the recycling process can be difficult and expensive.
Many types of plastic are not recycled at all, and even those that are recycled can end up in landfills or in the ocean.

In general, plastic is problematic due to its environmental impact, health risks, and
contribution to climate change. Reducing the use of plastic and promoting sustainable
alternatives is essential to address these challenges.

benefits:

- Plastic is versatile and can be molded into different shapes and sizes.
It's lightweight and easy to transport, making it a popular choice for pack and ship.
- Plastic is strong and can last a long time. It is
resistant to water and chemicals.
- Plastic is relatively cheap to produce.
Cons:

- Plastic is not biodegradable, which means it can take hundreds of years to break down. This
creates significant environmental problems, such as pollution and damage to wildlife.
- Plastic production generates significant amounts of greenhouse gases, which contribute to
climate change.
Many types of plastic are not recyclable, and even those that are recyclable often end up in
landfills or the ocean.
- Plastic waste can have harmful effects on human health and the environment, for example
through the ingestion of microplastics.
- Plastic can be a source of aesthetic pollution, affecting the beauty and natural state of
environments.
Overall, while plastic has many advantages, its negative impact on the environment and human
health is significant. Efforts are being made to reduce the use of plastic and promote more
sustainable alternatives.