productsealing
Product sealing refers to the process of applying seals and closures to packaged products to prevent leakage, contamination, and tampering while preserving quality. Sealing can be accomplished through a variety of methods and materials chosen to match the product’s chemical compatibility, packaging format, and regulatory requirements. Common sealing methods include heat sealing of plastic films, induction sealing of foil caps, cold sealing using pressure-sensitive adhesives, adhesive or linerless tapes, and vacuum or shrink sealing. Tamper-evident features such as breakable seals, pull tabs, or adhesive void labels are often integrated to indicate if a package has been opened.
Materials used for seals include plastics (polyethylene, polypropylene, PET), foil laminates, paper-based barriers, and glass or
Applications span food and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and household chemicals. In regulated industries, packaging must meet
Recent trends include smart packaging and anti-counterfeit features, such as serialized codes, moisture indicators, or RFID-enabled