Lifepack® MAP Bag
Capsicum
Capsicum spp.
Lifepack MA-MH (Modified Atmosphere / Modified Humidity) capsicum MAP bag. MAP maintains high humidity and prolongs senescence, thus keeping the product fresher and firmer for longer.
4–6 weeks at 8–10 °C (46–50 °F)
Shelf life — cold chain
5–7 days at ambient
Shelf life — ambient
Recommended atmosphere
O2 2–5% · CO2 2–5% · RH 90–95%
Key benefits
- Extended shelf life for longer storage and distribution
- Reduced dehydration, weight loss and shrivelling
- Inhibition of chilling injury and water-soaking
- Inhibition of pitting
- Maintained freshness and firmness
- Inhibition of storage mould and rots
- Higher profitability due to reduced wastage