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Innovative Food Packaging with Sensible Design to Reduce Losses and Waste

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  • Luiz Eduardo Campos Filho

    (Department of Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Animal Science and Food Engineering, University of São Paulo—USP, Pirassununga 13635-900, Brazil)

  • Vitor Hugo Araújo Fernandes Silva

    (Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Animal Science and Food Engineering, University of São Paulo—USP, Pirassununga 13635-900, Brazil)

  • Valentina Vinci

    (Secretariat of Science and Technology, Faculty of Architecture, Urbanism and Design, National University of Córdoba, Córdoba 5000, Argentina)

  • Mariana Hiromi Yokota

    (Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Animal Science and Food Engineering, University of São Paulo—USP, Pirassununga 13635-900, Brazil)

  • Ellen Rodrigues dos Santos

    (Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Animal Science and Food Engineering, University of São Paulo—USP, Pirassununga 13635-900, Brazil)

  • Gabriel Vicente Bitencourt de Almeida

    (Companhia de Entrepostos e Armazéns Gerais de São Paulo, São Paulo 05316-900, Brazil)

  • Mariana Pilar Gatani

    (Center for Research and Technology Transfer Villa María, National Scientific and Technical Research Council, Córdoba 5000, Argentina)

  • Maria Teresa de Alvarenga Freire

    (Department of Food Engineering, Faculty of Animal Science and Food Engineering, University of São Paulo—USP, Pirassununga 13635-900, Brazil)

  • Juliano Fiorelli

    (Department of Biosystems Engineering, Faculty of Animal Science and Food Engineering, University of São Paulo—USP, Pirassununga 13635-900, Brazil)

Abstract

The search for innovative solutions to reduce food losses and waste remains a priority in the supply chain, yet past research has largely overlooked comprehensive packaging designs that address both operational and environmental challenges. Persistent issues, such as inadequate standardization, poor mechanical resistance, and insufficient ventilation in conventional packaging, significantly contribute to food losses, particularly in transportation and storage stages. Within this scope, this study bridges these gaps by developing differentiated packaging designs tailored to mitigate food losses in the fruits and vegetables (FV) supply chain. Employing a qualitative case study approach, data collection involved interviews, document analysis, and field research at CEAGESP. The findings revealed critical deficiencies in current practices, including fragile materials and ineffective ventilation. In response, five innovative packaging prototypes were developed using Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks, featuring enhanced mechanical strength, standardized dimensions, and strategic ventilation. These prototypes aim to preserve FV during transport and storage while improving logistical efficiency and sustainability. By presenting practical, eco-efficient packaging solutions, this study advances the field and provides a foundation for future research and industry implementation.

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  • Luiz Eduardo Campos Filho & Vitor Hugo Araújo Fernandes Silva & Valentina Vinci & Mariana Hiromi Yokota & Ellen Rodrigues dos Santos & Gabriel Vicente Bitencourt de Almeida & Mariana Pilar Gatani & Ma, 2025. "Innovative Food Packaging with Sensible Design to Reduce Losses and Waste," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(10), pages 1-21, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:10:p:4489-:d:1656099
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