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The Drug Packaging Process from Start to Finish

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That’s why the drug packaging process is so important, and must be carried out correctly. Primary packaging is the first step in the drug packaging process. Packing materials that come in direct contact with pharmaceutical products—such as blister packs, bottles, vials, and ampules—are all examples of primary packaging.

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Flexible Food Packaging: Five Reasons To Choose Mono-PE-Based Laminates

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There are a variety of materials that are used for food packaging, and they serve some very important functions in the food industry. Many of the foods purchased by consumers today are contained in packaging made from materials such as paper, plastic, metal or glass. One of the hallmarks of food packaging is the single-use design.

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Recyclable vs. Reusable: Which Type of Food Packaging Will Dominate the Market?

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These days, it’s hard to find food, especially processed food, that isn’t encased in some form of packaging. Modern food packaging has allowed for safer, cleaner, more reliable, shelf-stable food – but at what cost? Discarded food, and the packaging it comes in, accounts for nearly 45 percent of waste in US landfills.

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6 Reasons Why Aluminum is The Perfect Material for Food Packaging

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Aluminum is a popular choice for food packaging because of its superior recyclability and unique properties for product brands over other materials like plastics and glass – it is endlessly recyclable compared to plastic and paper, while being lighter and studier than glass. Availability. Environmental Sustainability. Versatility.

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How Common Is Salmonella in Chicken? New USDA Regulations Target Frozen Products

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Approximately one in every 25 chicken packages at grocery stores is contaminated with Salmonella. Other food products can also be contaminated with Salmonella. For example, last month, Trader Joe’s recalled specific fresh basil packages from 29 states following a Salmonella outbreak that affected 12 individuals.

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Lead in Cinnamon: A Rising Concern for Food Safety

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Why Cinnamon is Prone to Higher Lead Levels Cinnamon can become contaminated with lead through various pathways. One primary source is environmental contamination. Additionally, the processing of cinnamon, including drying, grinding and packaging, can introduce lead if the equipment or materials are contaminated.

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Here’s Why Raw Flour is Linked to Foodborne Illness Outbreaks

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Because no specific brand of flour has been linked to the outbreak, no products have been recalled at this time. Raw flour is prone to contamination in the field by birds and animals as well as during harvest, transportation and processing. coli linked to Nestlé Toll House brand cookie dough. In 2019, there was another E.