Product Datasheet

KIWIFRUIT FROM HARVEST

September 2011

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Product Datasheet

KIWIFRUIT FROM HARVEST

Intended Use:

Flexible passive modified-atmosphere package developed for export kiwifruit to be stored and transported in cold conditions to different market destinations.

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CauseReduces dehydration

The reduction of O2 and the rise of the CO2 level in controlled quantities

reduce the fruit metabolic rate

Personalized printingPackage sealing

Effect» Maintains the fruit freshness» Preserves firmness » Inhibits fruit decay extending its useful life » Slows down the growth and development of microorganims» The proper gas concentration would protect the fruit momentarily from ethylene contamination» Permits printing and positioning of the customer’s trademark » The package must be fully and correctly sealed in order to generate the desired atmosphere. San Jorge Packaging recommends heat sealing, which not only ensures an airtight seal, but also prevents package tampering.

Package Properties

Package Characteristics:Material

Optical Brightness and Opacity Properties

Food Grade

Initial sealing temperature

Combination of virgin polymers Transparent, slightly bright packages

1. Suitable for contact with food according to report No. 819 / 97 issued by INAL in accordance with MERCOSUR Legislation2. Compliant with Regulation FDA 21 CFR 177.15203. Compliant with regulation 10/2011 of the European Union for plastic packages in contact with food120° C depending on the operational conditions of each packaging facility

Observations

This package must only be used to contain kiwifruit according to the above-stated specifications.

Our packages are developed, tested and validated based on standardized ASTM (American Society for Testing Materials) rules.

The modified-atmosphere technology preserves the initial fruit condition, so export kiwifruit with quality and condition problems will not look improved.

Packaging, package handling and temperature control must be permanently checked during the entire process and meet the specific requirements of kiwis.

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RecommendationsThe package is designed for the following intended use

HandlingType of fruit

Pulp temperature when packaging Room temperature when packaging

Post-sealing temperature control

Storage temperatureStorage time

Firmness at packaging

Soluble Solids at packagingImportant

Values» Fruit from harvest from March to May» Fruit harvested within the last 30 days » Up to 8° C» Ideally between 7° and 10° C» Optimum 0° C to avoid condensation» Maximum 14° C» The use of modified atmosphere must be associated with temperature control through rapid cooling down» 0º to 1° C.» Depending on fruit firmness at packaging, up to 100 days at 0° C according to the fruit characteristics under strict temperature control, maintaining the cold chain and having the fruit segregated for a prolonged storage.» The storage time is reduced with fruit under 14 lb. » Up to 14 lb. for prolonged storage of 100 days» Up to 10 lb. for storage time shorter than 50 days» From 6.2° to 7.5° brix for extended storage of 100 days» If the fruit is not within the above-stated range, the package must only be used for 40 days

Available formats for KIWIFRUIT FROM HARVEST

ProductCode

40 – 63740 – 73640 – 51140 – 58740 – 73740 – 65040 – 746

Product Description

Kiwifruit 10 kgKiwifruit 10 kgKiwifruit 5-7 kgKiwifruit 3,2 kgKiwifruit 2-4 kg

Kiwifruit 10-12 kgKiwifruit 13-15 kg

Package Size(cm)W(F+OW+F)xL80(15+50+15)x6572(16+40+16)x6572(16+40+16)x6580(15+50+15)x5572(16+40+16)x50

102(21+60+21)X75102(21+60+21)X85

Fruit BoxWeight

10kg10kg5-7kg3.2kg2-4kg

10-12 kg13-15 kg

Fruit Box Size(cm)(LxWxh)50X30X1530x40x1430x40x14

50X30X6,528.5x38.5x660X40X1360X40X13

Type of Packaging

BulkBulk

Bulk/TrayTrayTray

BasketsBaskets

Number of Units per Bag

400400400400400250250

W: Width / F: Fold / OW: Optical Width / L: Length / h: Height

Disclaimer: San Jorge Packaging is not responsible for the inadequate performance of its package arising from fruit that fails to comply with export requirements, or is wrongly sealed or handled during packaging, storage and transportation, or whose packages are wrongly used or stored.

Note: As the conditions of use and applicable laws may change from one place to the other and may be modified over time, each client is responsible for determining whether or not the products and informa-tion contained herein are appropriate for use, ensuring that the clients’ workplace and final disposal practices meet the applicable laws and other governmental regulations in each region.

ANY IMPLICIT MARKETING GUARANTEE OR SUITABILI-TY FOR A SPECIAL PURPOSE IS EXPRESSLY INCLUDED IN THE PURCHASE AGREEMENT AND THROUGH THE GAS MEASUREMENT.

Note: If the products are described as “experimental” or “under development”: (1) The product specifications will not be fully determined; (2) An analysis of risks and handling and use care will be required, and (3) there will be more possibilities that SJP may modify specifications and/or discontinue production.

Note: Due to production process reasons, our packages may vary +/- 1 cm in height and +/- 0.5 cm in width.

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Caution:

» Do not perforate the package» Do not break the cold chain (0° to 1° C); otherwise the bag must be opened immediately.» Do not use this bag for other fruit species or varieties.» Do not use modified-atmosphere packages in controlled atmosphere chambers or containers.» Store the flexible package under cover in a fresh and dry place.

Presentation of the Flexible Package:

Container bag printed in white letters with green strips on the side, indicating that it is intended for KIWIFRUIT.

The traceability of our products includes: Work Order, Printing Date, No. of Extruder and Printing Responsible Party.

The package printing details are Logotype, Species, Kilograms and Type of Package (KIWIFRUIT FROM HARVEST); Caution or Care Statement, Recycling Logos, Product Code, Development and Manufacturing and Webpage.

Based on Postharvest Technology of Horticultural Crops. Third Edition. Adel A. Kader

Storage Chamber or Transportation Means

heatModifiedAtmosphere

Package

C2H

4+ Other

VOCs

CO2

N2

O2

H2O

heat

CO2

N2

O2

H2O

C2H4+Other VOCs

Heat (Variable)

CO2

O2

H2O (Variable)

Air:O

2 (20,9%)

CO2 (0,03%)

N2 (78,1%)

Product

C2H

4+ OtherVOCs

heat

CO2

N2

O2

H2O

C2H

4 + Other VOCs

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» Sealing line

» FreshFresh logo

» Bag Description

» Caution Notice

» Recycling Logos

» Product Code» Manufacturer / ISO / Webpage» Traceability

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September 2011