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WO2024210857A1
WO2024210857A1 PCT/TR2023/051384 TR2023051384W WO2024210857A1 WO 2024210857 A1 WO2024210857 A1 WO 2024210857A1 TR 2023051384 W TR2023051384 W TR 2023051384W WO 2024210857 A1 WO2024210857 A1 WO 2024210857A1
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Selim SAVUL
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  • the invention relates to an easy-to-open food packaging with a barrier feature for keeping perishable/ sensitive products such as seafood fresh and for extending their shel f-li fe , thereby allowing the product contained in the package to be extracted in a hygienic manner without manual contact by the user .
  • Food packaging serves as a protective container that allows the consumer to consume food products in a conserved manner .
  • Food packaging is widely employed, especially in the food sector, to facilitate the practical consumption of prepackaged products and ensure their protection in the process .
  • the most common packaging methods employed in the food manufacturing process are glass containers , vacuum packages , plastic packages , cans , and metal containers .
  • Plastic packaging is widely considered to be the most appropriate option for food items such as fish .
  • the plastic packets that now contain food products are often accessed by either employing scissors or by ripping along a designated opening notch .
  • the consumer receives the food product by hand .
  • the physical contact between the consumer ' s hand and the food product poses hygienic concerns , while the unpleasant odor emitted by food products such as beef , poultry, and fish might be trans ferred to the consumer ' s hands .
  • Food packaging used in the present art is generally obtained by combining many di f ferent structures , posing a disadvantage in terms of the recyclability of the packaging .
  • a great deal of containers are composed of rigid plastic, which contributes to the expanding use of plastic . This , in turn, causes containers to occupy a signi ficant amount of space , particularly on grocery store shelves .
  • Food products exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to several environmental conditions , including moisture , oxygen, and light . Therefore , it is necessary to accurately determine the materials to be selected for the packaging of foods and to determine the gas and moisture permeability properties thereof .
  • the freshness of seafood and its long shel f li fe are of signi ficant importance for the product to be consumable .
  • the patent document No . US2018037388AA may be referred to as an example for illustrating the current state of the art .
  • the said document is directed to a thermoplastic package made of polyethylene terephthalate material , comprising a recyclable tray and a film for covering the top of the tray .
  • Another obj ect of the invention mentioned in the document is to of fer packaging that includes food and/or non- food products , such as perishable items , dairy products , and meat .
  • Yet another obj ect of the invention mentioned in the document is to provide a manually-openable package comprising a peelable tray, heat-sealed to a cover film laminate .
  • the document contains embodiments for packages containing rigid plastic . This situation results in an increased utili zation of plastic in the packing process and a greater spatial footprint on retail shelves .
  • the food packaging outlined in the document consists of a heat-resistant , food-grade polymer- coated aluminum or aluminum alloy container and a plastic composite material that facilitates the closure of the container .
  • the plastic composite film consists of at least polyethylene terephthalate , polyamide and/or polypropylene materials .
  • the inclusion of aluminum materials in food packaging content raises potential concerns for negative impacts on consumer health .
  • the fact that the container part of the food packaging of the document consists of aluminum or aluminum alloy coated with a food-grade polymer and the film is a plastic composite film makes the recycling process di f ficult because the two materials cannot be directed to the same conversion channels in the conversion process .
  • the present inventors developed a barrier-equipped, flexible , and easy-to-open food packaging that of fers a hygienic use by ensuring that food products are removed from the packaging without users ' manual contact .
  • the invention relates to an easy-to-open, barrier-equipped food packaging for keeping perishable/ sensitive foods fresh and for extending their shel f-li fe , thereby allowing the product contained in the package to be extracted in a hygienic manner without manual contact by the user .
  • An obj ect of the present invention is to produce food packaging with an easy-to-open material structure and bag geometry, especially for foods such as smoked salmon . In this way, both the hygiene of the product is ensured and the possibility of the product leaving an odor in the hands of the user is avoided .
  • Another obj ect of the invention is to produce food packaging that has recyclable properties .
  • the obj ect of the invention is to develop mono-structured packages that can be subj ected to the same recycling process/directed to the same recycling channel .
  • Another obj ect of the invention is to produce food packaging that has protective properties against factors such as moisture , oxygen, light , odor, and aroma by harnessing its barrier feature .
  • Another obj ect of the invention is to develop food packaging that has a flexible structure and occupies a minimum space .
  • the invention in its most general form, is a food packaging comprising a body ( 1 ) including at least a first surface and at least a second surface , in which the product to be stored is placed,
  • the first layer being polyethylene ( PE )
  • a film laminated on the first layer comprising at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) or at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) and at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene ( PAPE ) or at least one layer of polyamide ( PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) , respectively, or
  • the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate ( PET )
  • a film laminated on the first layer comprising at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) and at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) or at least one layer of polyamide ( PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) or at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene ( PAPE ) , respectively, or
  • a film comprising at least one polyethylene layer ( PE ) laminated on high-barrier polyethylene terephthalate ( PET ) .
  • One embodiment of the invention comprises at least one opening section on at least one j unction of the first surface and the second surface for peeling of f the first surface from the second surface .
  • the food packaging according to an embodiment of the invention is in the form of a flexible bag, and both sides of the said bag are made of films produced with the same formulation .
  • All surfaces of the body ( 1 ) of the package of the invention consist of a film with the same structure/ formulation .
  • the food packaging of the invention is recyclable or non- recyclable , equipped with a barrier, and has an easy-to-open structure .
  • a view of the package is shown in Figure 1 .
  • the figure shows a body ( 1 ) including a first and a second surface in which the product is to be placed and the opening corner ( 2 ) at the j unction of the said surfaces for separating the said first surface from the second surface .
  • the food packaging of an embodiment of the invention comprises a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene ( PE ) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , respectively. (PE + PE EVOH PE PEEL) .
  • the food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of recyclability.
  • the food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene (PE) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) and at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene (PAPE) , respectively. (PE + PE PAPE PEEL) .
  • the food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of recyclability.
  • the food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene (PE) , comprising at least one layer of polyamide (PA) laminated on the first layer, at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , respectively.
  • PE + PA EVOH PE PEEL polyethylene
  • the food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of recyclability.
  • the food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate (PET) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) and at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) , respectively. (PET + PE EVOH PEEL) .
  • PET polyethylene terephthalate
  • EVOH ethylene vinyl alcohol
  • the food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability.
  • the food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate (PET) , laminated on the first layer, respectively, comprising at least one layer of polyamide (PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) .
  • PET + PA EVOH PE PEEL The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability .
  • the food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate ( PET ) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one polyamide/polyethylene ( PAPE ) layer . ( PET + PAPE PEEL ) .
  • PET polyethylene terephthalate
  • PAPE polyamide/polyethylene
  • the food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability .
  • the food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a film comprising at least one polyethylene layer ( PE ) laminated on high-barrier polyethylene terephthalate ( PET ) . (High barrier PET + PE ) .
  • the food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability .
  • the packages of the invention in particular recyclable packages , provide a constant easy-opening force at di f ferent sealing temperatures .
  • These packages have a barrier feature for preserving the freshness of the products and extending their shel f lives . They comprise an opening corner ( 2 ) that allows the package/bag to be opened easily by the user without touching the product using a special cutting die ( 3 ) ( Figure 2 ) .
  • the fact that the invention has a recyclable structure provides an important advantage . Especially due to the ever- increasing plastic waste, both consumers and producers prefer recyclable packaging and the developed food packaging is a good option in this respect .
  • the packages/bags of the invention consist of mono material . Structures formed by the combination of materials consisting of single raw materials are called monostructures . In this context , single-structure products are easier to recycle and they are recovered much more into the economy . In addition, the usage area of such packaging is wider . For this reason, mono materials are preferred and 100% recycling can be achieved with mono materials . In addition, mono-materials can be directed to the same recycling channels , thereby facilitating the recycling process .
  • the products contained in the packages of the invention do not come into contact with oxygen . Due to the easy-to-open material structure and bag geometry, it can be removed from the bag without the user' s contact . This provides a signi ficant hygiene advantage . In addition, the use of materials of di f ferent densities in the packages of the invention enables easier opening .
  • the bag dimensions of the packaging of the invention are preferably 400 mm high and 200 mm wide .
  • the opposite long sides of the packaging preferably have a seam thickness of 8 mm and the short side preferably has a seam thickness of 10 mm .
  • Another feature of the packaging of the invention is that they have a flexible structure .
  • flexible packaging is produced to minimi ze the use of plastic and the area covered by the products .
  • the product does not come into contact with oxygen .
  • the easy-to-open material structure and bag geometry allow the user to remove it from the bag without contacting the product . Therefore , product hygiene is ensured .
  • the invention prevents hygiene and odor problems , especially for packaged fish products such as smoked salmon, and provides a solution with the developed barrier-equipped, flexible , and easy-to-open packaging .
  • Figure 1 A view of the food package according to an embodiment of the invention
  • Figure 2 Schematic view of the cutting die ( 3 ) providing the easy-to-open feature of the food packaging according to an embodiment of the invention

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Abstract

The invention relates to an easy-to-open food packaging with a barrier feature for keeping perishable/sensitive products such as seafood fresh and for extending their shelf-life, allowing the product contained in the package to be extracted in a hygienic manner without any consumer contact.

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BARRIER-EQUIPPED AND EASY-TO-OPEN FOOD PACKAGING
Field of the Invention
The invention relates to an easy-to-open food packaging with a barrier feature for keeping perishable/ sensitive products such as seafood fresh and for extending their shel f-li fe , thereby allowing the product contained in the package to be extracted in a hygienic manner without manual contact by the user .
Background
Food packaging serves as a protective container that allows the consumer to consume food products in a conserved manner . Food packaging is widely employed, especially in the food sector, to facilitate the practical consumption of prepackaged products and ensure their protection in the process . Currently, the most common packaging methods employed in the food manufacturing process are glass containers , vacuum packages , plastic packages , cans , and metal containers . Plastic packaging is widely considered to be the most appropriate option for food items such as fish .
The plastic packets that now contain food products are often accessed by either employing scissors or by ripping along a designated opening notch . As a result thereof , the consumer receives the food product by hand . However, the physical contact between the consumer ' s hand and the food product poses hygienic concerns , while the unpleasant odor emitted by food products such as beef , poultry, and fish might be trans ferred to the consumer ' s hands . Food packaging used in the present art is generally obtained by combining many di f ferent structures , posing a disadvantage in terms of the recyclability of the packaging . Additionally, a great deal of containers are composed of rigid plastic, which contributes to the expanding use of plastic . This , in turn, causes containers to occupy a signi ficant amount of space , particularly on grocery store shelves .
Food products exhibit a high degree of sensitivity to several environmental conditions , including moisture , oxygen, and light . Therefore , it is necessary to accurately determine the materials to be selected for the packaging of foods and to determine the gas and moisture permeability properties thereof . In particular, the freshness of seafood and its long shel f li fe are of signi ficant importance for the product to be consumable .
Numerous studies have been conducted on the advancement of food packaging within the realm of technological research .
The patent document No . US2018037388AA may be referred to as an example for illustrating the current state of the art . The said document is directed to a thermoplastic package made of polyethylene terephthalate material , comprising a recyclable tray and a film for covering the top of the tray . Another obj ect of the invention mentioned in the document is to of fer packaging that includes food and/or non- food products , such as perishable items , dairy products , and meat . Yet another obj ect of the invention mentioned in the document is to provide a manually-openable package comprising a peelable tray, heat-sealed to a cover film laminate . However, the document contains embodiments for packages containing rigid plastic . This situation results in an increased utili zation of plastic in the packing process and a greater spatial footprint on retail shelves .
Another example of the current state of the art is the patent document No . EP2517876A1 . The food packaging outlined in the document consists of a heat-resistant , food-grade polymer- coated aluminum or aluminum alloy container and a plastic composite material that facilitates the closure of the container . The plastic composite film consists of at least polyethylene terephthalate , polyamide and/or polypropylene materials . However, the inclusion of aluminum materials in food packaging content raises potential concerns for negative impacts on consumer health . In addition, the fact that the container part of the food packaging of the document consists of aluminum or aluminum alloy coated with a food-grade polymer and the film is a plastic composite film makes the recycling process di f ficult because the two materials cannot be directed to the same conversion channels in the conversion process .
In consideration of the foregoing, the present inventors developed a barrier-equipped, flexible , and easy-to-open food packaging that of fers a hygienic use by ensuring that food products are removed from the packaging without users ' manual contact .
Detailed Description of the Invention
The invention relates to an easy-to-open, barrier-equipped food packaging for keeping perishable/ sensitive foods fresh and for extending their shel f-li fe , thereby allowing the product contained in the package to be extracted in a hygienic manner without manual contact by the user .
An obj ect of the present invention is to produce food packaging with an easy-to-open material structure and bag geometry, especially for foods such as smoked salmon . In this way, both the hygiene of the product is ensured and the possibility of the product leaving an odor in the hands of the user is avoided .
Another obj ect of the invention is to produce food packaging that has recyclable properties . In more detail , the obj ect of the invention is to develop mono-structured packages that can be subj ected to the same recycling process/directed to the same recycling channel .
Another obj ect of the invention is to produce food packaging that has protective properties against factors such as moisture , oxygen, light , odor, and aroma by harnessing its barrier feature .
Another obj ect of the invention is to develop food packaging that has a flexible structure and occupies a minimum space .
The invention, in its most general form, is a food packaging comprising a body ( 1 ) including at least a first surface and at least a second surface , in which the product to be stored is placed,
- the first layer being polyethylene ( PE ) , a film laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) or at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) and at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene ( PAPE ) or at least one layer of polyamide ( PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) , respectively, or
- the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate ( PET ) , a film laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) and at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) or at least one layer of polyamide ( PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) or at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene ( PAPE ) , respectively, or
- a film comprising at least one polyethylene layer ( PE ) laminated on high-barrier polyethylene terephthalate ( PET ) .
One embodiment of the invention comprises at least one opening section on at least one j unction of the first surface and the second surface for peeling of f the first surface from the second surface .
The food packaging according to an embodiment of the invention is in the form of a flexible bag, and both sides of the said bag are made of films produced with the same formulation .
All surfaces of the body ( 1 ) of the package of the invention consist of a film with the same structure/ formulation .
The food packaging of the invention is recyclable or non- recyclable , equipped with a barrier, and has an easy-to-open structure . In an embodiment of the invention, a view of the package is shown in Figure 1 . In more detail , the figure shows a body ( 1 ) including a first and a second surface in which the product is to be placed and the opening corner ( 2 ) at the j unction of the said surfaces for separating the said first surface from the second surface .
The food packaging of an embodiment of the invention comprises a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene ( PE ) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , respectively. (PE + PE EVOH PE PEEL) . The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of recyclability.
The food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene (PE) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) and at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene (PAPE) , respectively. (PE + PE PAPE PEEL) . The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of recyclability.
The food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene (PE) , comprising at least one layer of polyamide (PA) laminated on the first layer, at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , respectively. (PE + PA EVOH PE PEEL) . The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of recyclability.
The food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate (PET) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) and at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) , respectively. (PET + PE EVOH PEEL) . The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability.
The food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate (PET) , laminated on the first layer, respectively, comprising at least one layer of polyamide (PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene ( PE ) . ( PET + PA EVOH PE PEEL ) . The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability .
The food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a peelable film, the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate ( PET ) , laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one polyamide/polyethylene ( PAPE ) layer . ( PET + PAPE PEEL ) . The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability .
The food packaging of an embodiment of the invention includes a film comprising at least one polyethylene layer ( PE ) laminated on high-barrier polyethylene terephthalate ( PET ) . (High barrier PET + PE ) . The food packaging of the said embodiment has the property of non-recyclability .
The packages of the invention, in particular recyclable packages , provide a constant easy-opening force at di f ferent sealing temperatures . These packages have a barrier feature for preserving the freshness of the products and extending their shel f lives . They comprise an opening corner ( 2 ) that allows the package/bag to be opened easily by the user without touching the product using a special cutting die ( 3 ) ( Figure 2 ) . The fact that the invention has a recyclable structure provides an important advantage . Especially due to the ever- increasing plastic waste, both consumers and producers prefer recyclable packaging and the developed food packaging is a good option in this respect .
The packages/bags of the invention consist of mono material . Structures formed by the combination of materials consisting of single raw materials are called monostructures . In this context , single-structure products are easier to recycle and they are recovered much more into the economy . In addition, the usage area of such packaging is wider . For this reason, mono materials are preferred and 100% recycling can be achieved with mono materials . In addition, mono-materials can be directed to the same recycling channels , thereby facilitating the recycling process .
The products contained in the packages of the invention do not come into contact with oxygen . Due to the easy-to-open material structure and bag geometry, it can be removed from the bag without the user' s contact . This provides a signi ficant hygiene advantage . In addition, the use of materials of di f ferent densities in the packages of the invention enables easier opening .
The bag dimensions of the packaging of the invention are preferably 400 mm high and 200 mm wide . The opposite long sides of the packaging preferably have a seam thickness of 8 mm and the short side preferably has a seam thickness of 10 mm .
Another feature of the packaging of the invention is that they have a flexible structure . Thus , unlike the use of rigid plastic in the current art , flexible packaging is produced to minimi ze the use of plastic and the area covered by the products .
In the non-recyclable packaging of an embodiment of the invention, the product does not come into contact with oxygen . The easy-to-open material structure and bag geometry allow the user to remove it from the bag without contacting the product . Therefore , product hygiene is ensured . The invention prevents hygiene and odor problems , especially for packaged fish products such as smoked salmon, and provides a solution with the developed barrier-equipped, flexible , and easy-to-open packaging .
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Figure 1 : A view of the food package according to an embodiment of the invention Figure 2 : Schematic view of the cutting die ( 3 ) providing the easy-to-open feature of the food packaging according to an embodiment of the invention
Description of Reference Numbers in Figures 1 . Body
2 . Opening corner
3 . Cutting die

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1. A food packaging comprising a body (1) in which the product to be stored is placed and having at least a first surface and at least a second surface, and said surfaces comprising: the first layer being polyethylene (PE) , a film laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) or at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) and at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene (PAPE) or at least one layer of polyamide (PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) , respectively, or the first layer being polyethylene terephthalate (PET) , a film laminated on the first layer, comprising at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) and at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) or at least one layer of polyamide (PA) , at least one layer of ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) and at least one layer of polyethylene (PE) or at least one layer of polyamide/polyethylene (PAPE) , respectively, or a film comprising at least one polyethylene layer (PE) laminated on high-barrier polyethylene terephthalate (PET) .
2. A packaging according to claim 1, comprising at least one opening section on at least one junction of the first surface and the second surface for peeling off the first surface from the second surface.
3. A packaging according to claims 1 or 2, wherein the package is a bag-type package.
4. A packaging according to any one of the preceding claims, in which all surfaces of the packaging consist of a film produced with the same formulation.
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