Smart Labels in Perishable Food Products to Enhance Product Quality

There has been a considerable rise in demand for packaged and perishable food products in developed as well as developing countries. Leading food processing and manufacturing companies are focusing on enhancing their supply chain efficiency and providing high quality food products to consumers. Smart labels used in perishable food product packaging provide relevant information such as expiry date, ingredient information, and quality of the food. Growing use of smart labels in beverages industry to enhance the disposition of bottles is expected to significantly drive the market growth in near future.

According to the U.S. Grocery Manufacturing Association (GMA), around 80% of products related to food & beverages and personal care will feature smart labels or tags within the next five years. Additionally, leading food distributors are now partnering with packaging professionals to produce specific smart label solutions for food products.