Every year, 88 million tons of food disappear into the trash can. More than half of the food wasted comes from households. We throw away?of 170 kg of wasted food per person per year. InterSORB ? extends the shelf life of fresh products and prevents the growth of bacteria and mold.
Every year, an estimated 88 million tons of food are wasted in Europe alone. Shockingly, more than half of this waste comes from households. On average, each person throws away around 170 kg of food per year. One of the main reasons? Products spoil before they’re consumed.
Inter Fresh Concepts introduces InterSORB®—a smart solution that helps extend the shelf life of fresh food and reduce unnecessary waste.
Fresh products like meat, seafood, and soft fruits release moisture inside their packaging. This excess moisture creates the perfect breeding ground for bacteria and mould. If not managed properly, it can lead to spoilage, unpleasant smells, and unattractive presentation—causing products to end up in the bin.
InterSORB® absorption mats are designed to solve this issue. By absorbing leaked liquids, they improve hygiene, extend shelf life, and boost the visual appeal of the product.
Let’s look at how InterSORB® makes a difference across different product groups.
Clean and dry packaging has a huge impact on purchasing decisions. A piece of meat sitting in its own blood looks far less appealing than one neatly placed on a dry mat.
InterSORB® meatpads:
Absorb blood and juices
Keep the packaging clean and dry
Reduce bacterial growth
Extend shelf life
Improve product presentation
The result? Less meat thrown away by retailers and consumers—and less food waste overall.
Freshly picked fruit, such as berries, often carries residual moisture. If packed without care, this moisture can turn into condensation—leading to fungal growth and rapid spoilage.
InterSORB® fruit pads are specially designed to:
Absorb condensation from inside the packaging
Keep fruit dry and fresh
Prevent mould formation
Maintain visual appeal
This not only improves shelf life, but also reduces the chance of the entire punnet being discarded.
Seafood is one of the most sensitive product groups when it comes to shelf life. InterSORB® fishpads are available in various sizes, absorption levels, and finishes—ensuring there’s a fitting solution for every type of product.
The fishpads help:
Prevent microbial growth
Maintain freshness during chilled transport
Improve hygiene and reduce drip loss
Ideal for use in processing, packaging, and retail environments.
By using InterSORB® absorption pads, you ensure your products stay fresher for longer, look more appealing on the shelf, and are less likely to be thrown away. A small packaging upgrade can make a big difference in shelf life extension and food waste prevention.
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