Packaging is as likely as raw food to spread bacteria

Food packaging is increasingly reported as the root cause of a bacterial spread. If the packaging is damaged in anyway, any bacteria on the packaged item will be transferred to the container including any paper labels.

Once touched, the bacteria can be passed from hand to trolley handle, checkout, bag, transport and into the home where additional items are at high risk of contamination.

This bacterial spread is not restricted to raw meats, all fresh food items will deteriorate and cultures developed if there is any contamination at any point in the production or supply chains.

Food packaging is thought to be one of the most virulent bacterial hosts. It generally contains moisture, creating the ideal conditions for the growth of pathogens.

Safe-to-Touch is proven by Campden BRI to kill all known food carried pathogens and to be food safe.