Packaging

This packaging incorporates antimicrobial properties directly into the material itself, helping to reduce the growth of microorganisms on the packaging surface. In practice, this provides enhanced microbiological protection, improved preservation, and greater functional value for applications where safety and preservation are critical throughout the supply chain.

The technology is incorporated into the packaging material during the polymer manufacturing process. When microorganisms come into contact with the treated surface, the solution works to eliminate bacteria and fungi, helping to reduce cross-contamination, the proliferation of unwanted microorganisms, and extend shelf life.

Yes. This is one of the most important benefits of packaging technology. By acting on the surface of the material, it helps reduce microbial growth and helps lower the risk of cross-contamination throughout the supply chain, especially in applications where product preservation is critical. 

It helps preserve the product more effectively by reducing microbial growth at the interface with the packaging. In appropriate applications, it helps extend shelf life, reduce losses, and improve preservation, especially when the technology works in conjunction with other structural properties, such as barrier protection and protection throughout the logistics process. Recent reviews on antimicrobial packaging highlight precisely this role in extending shelf life and preserving quality.

No. It complements good manufacturing, filling, hygiene, and storage practices, but it does not replace cleaning, process control, the cold chain, or other essential operational measures. The benefit lies in adding a functional layer to the packaging, not in dispensing with standard supply chain precautions.

The technology can be applied to various structures and applications, such as plastic packaging for dairy products, FLV, meat products, and pet food, as well as agricultural films and specialty glass applications glass and aluminum, depending on the material, process, and desired functionality for the packaging.

TNS Nano incorporates functionality without compromising critical material properties such as transparency, finish, and performance, always ensuring technical compatibility in accordance with the project.

It can be added in liquid, powder, or masterbatch form. The idea is to adapt the solution to the process already used by the manufacturer, without adding a new step to the production line. 

TNS Nano works to integrate the technology into the customer’s existing workflow without requiring a new production step. The focus is on adding functionality with industrial-grade efficiency.

The definition depends on certain technical aspects of the project, such as application process, the resin in question, resin information, need for transparency, food grade, restricted substances and the standards the packaging must meet. These questions are important because they help assess the application and determine the solution that best suits the final product.

For plastic packaging and other non-porous surfaces, the most relevant standards are JIS Z 2801 and ISO 22196, used to measure antibacterial activity on treated plastics and other non-porous surfaces. When the focus is on antiviral activity on plastics and non-porous surfaces, the reference is ISO 21702. These standards help TNS Nano demonstrate, using a recognized method, the effectiveness of the technology applied to packaging.

These are different yet complementary functions. The Antimicrobial protection is linked to reducing the proliferation of microorganisms on the surface of the material. Antiviral activity measures the ability to reduce the viral load under specific test conditions on non-porous surfaces. barrier properties control the passage of gases, moisture, or external agents. In functional packaging, these features can work together to enhance protection, preservation, and shelf life.

Yes. In films, for example, in applications related to silage, the technology helps better preserve the stored material, contributing to improve fermentation, increase the dry matter content and reduce losses during storage. In addition, it helps prevent contamination by spoilage microorganisms and pathogens in plants, enhancing the protection of the contents and the efficiency of field application.

As for special aluminum applications, such as varnishes and internal coatings for metal packaging, the technology can enhance microbiological protection of the contact surface, aid in product preservation, and help extend shelf life in food applications.

On glass and other special surfaces, the technology offers technical differentiation, functional protection, and a greater sense of security, always in accordance with the packaging structure and the end use.

TNS Nano always evaluates its additives in accordance with requirements such as food grade, chemical restrictions, and regulatory compliance. 

The best approach is to clearly communicate the specific benefit that the packaging provides: more protection, better preservation, greater efficiency and greater functional value for the application. TNS Nano not only develops and supplies the technology, but also supports the creation of campaigns, training, and marketing materials to transform the product into a competitive advantage recognized by the market.