Sealed Air launches ZeroPrep hand-dispensing condiment pouches

Sealed Air's CRYOVAC brand has added ZeroPrep pouches to its food packaging line. Staff dispense condiments and sauces by squeezing the pre-filled pouch, which is meant to replace squeeze bottles and other rigid containers.

A resealable spout is designed to stop drips between uses. Because the pouch is hermetically sealed until first opened, condiments need not be transferred into secondary containers, which the company says can reduce contamination opportunities.

The pouches are made on the new CRYOVAC ZeroPrep vertical form-fill-seal system. According to Sealed Air, it combines two CRYOVAC films to create the pouch shape, easy-open seal, semi-rigid spout and hermetic seals.

For equipment buyers, ask whether your condiment volumes and pack sizes fit this format, what changeover and film costs look like, and how the machine's footprint and throughput suit your line. Request samples to test spout resealing and handling in your kitchen.