When a liquid product is purchased, it must have a warranty seal. It is common to see such seals on bottles and food containers, among others. These seals offer us the guarantee that the product has not been altered by any person and that it has gone through a cleaning and hygiene process. But above all, they indicate that the product we are acquiring is a quality product.
In the packaging process, the product is wrapped or packed to protect it from different conditions such as handling, transportation and storage. For this process, it is essential that the product has a warranty seal so that only the manufacturer is responsible for any defect and that distributors and marketers are not affected in case the product has a problem. All this in order to protect a very valuable asset in the food industry: vanilla extract.
What is vanilla extract?
Vanilla extract is a key ingredient in many baking recipes. It brings the sweet aroma and delicate flavor of vanilla to your desserts.Pure vanilla extract is made by macerating or grinding and crushing vanilla beans in a solution of water and ethanol.
According to the USDA, to be considered pure, vanilla extract must have at least 35% alcohol and a minimum of 100 grams of vanilla beans per liter of liquid.
The main source of the vanilla flavor comes from a compound called vanillin. Although vanilla bean has many other compounds that add depth and complexity to the flavor of the extract.Artificial vanilla extract is also very popular because it is much cheaper than pure extract. Artificial vanilla is made from synthetically produced vanillin, which is actually a by-product of wood pulp.
Because it is synthetic and does not have the other natural nutrients and flavorings of the whole pod, some people consider artificial vanilla extract to be less tasty or satisfying than pure vanilla.
What does “Tamper Evident” mean?
Tamper Evident packaging provides visual proof that the item has been previously opened. By looking at the tamper evident packaging, it is obvious if the item has already been opened. The visual indicators of tamper-evident packaging help customers avoid products that have already been opened and protect them from potential food handling hazards.
Why do we add a tamper-evident seal for vanilla extract?
Pure vanilla extract is not cheap, so preventing it from spoiling is a very responsible move. However, the great news is that if you use the right tamper-proof seal, in addition to guaranteeing that your product has not been tampered with, it also guarantees that your product is in perfect condition.
Vanilla extract is packaged in processes that ensure that there are no bacteria or elements that can spoil the contents of this package. However, if during the distribution process someone opens the package, even the slightest exposure to an unsuitable environment could cause the vanilla extract to have changes in its flavor and properties. Vanilla extract does not provide the environment that bacteria crave and thrive in, but it is still possible to have harmful bacteria in your extract if it has been tampered with.
In the food industry it is vital that all your ingredients are carefully selected and have a high degree of safety, so the tamper evident seal will help you know if the vanilla extract you have purchased has been opened or has been exposed to improper handling, so that if it shows evidence that its seal has been tampered with, it should not be purchased or should be reported to the manufacturer for replacement with a vanilla extract that has not been tampered with.
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