Definition: Containers, packaging, and packaging materials for processed and raw foods and beverages. It includes packaging intended to be used for storage and also used for preparation of foods such as microwave food containers versus COOKING AND EATING UTENSILS. Packaging materials may be intended for food contact or designated non-contact, for example, shipping containers. FOOD LABELING is also available.
includes containers, packaging methods, packaging materials; IM; coord with specific food (IM); FOOD LABELING is also available
See AlsoFood Storage
Other names Food Container; Packaging, Food; Food Containers