What is mayonnaise packaged in?

Choosing the optimal packaging for sauces with high fat content directly affects the preservation of organoleptic properties and product quality. Therefore, strict requirements are imposed on packaging. It must be durable, airtight, chemically inert, and suitable for automated filling lines. Modern types of packaging for mayonnaise meet these standards, but differ in characteristics, properties, and cost-effectiveness for production. It is important to understand the features of different containers.

Types of packaging for mayonnaise

Several types of containers are common on the market: rigid and flexible. Each mayonnaise packaging type has specific properties:

Glass

This traditional type of container is airtight and resistant to fat exposure.

However, glass containers are expensive to purchase, which increases production costs. They are also heavy, increasing logistics expenses, and fragile, requiring careful handling during filling, stacking, or transportation.

PET bottles

A modern type of packaging that quickly became popular among small and large manufacturers. PET bottles for mayonnaise are practical:

• ✅ chemically resistant to vinegar and fat;
• ✅ durable;
• ✅ airtight;
• ✅ lightweight;
• ✅ affordable.

In addition, they can be manufactured in any shape, colour and size, with branding elements added, as bottle caps are available in a wide range. You can immediately order blanks of a specific colour, density and with a suitable neck standard for bottling lines.

Fill-packs and doy-packs

These are flexible polyethylene packages. Fill-packs are mainly used for packaging small portions for retail sale. They are compact, lightweight, and easy to produce.

However, filled fill-packs require careful handling and filling technology.

Comparison of strengths and weaknesses of packaging

Each container type has advantages and disadvantages. The most practical option for production can be chosen only by comparing the main characteristics:

Type of packaging	Strengths	Weaknesses
Glass	- load-resistant; - chemically inert.	- expensive to purchase; - heavy; - fragile; - high logistics costs.
Fill-packs	- compact; - lightweight.	- vulnerable to punctures and pressure; - complex filling requiring special equipment; - low seam airtightness.
PET containers	- lightweight; - chemically inert; - resistant to damage and pressure; - suitable for long-term storage; - impact-resistant; - customizable design; - compatible with modern filling lines.	Limited heat resistance (usually up to 60°C).

As can be seen, PET packaging outperforms other types in many ways. It allows long-term storage of mayonnaise without changing quality or taste and can serve as a branding tool to enhance product recognition. PET containers are easily modified during production.

You can now order PET preforms for bottles of various volumes. The company «Zavod Preform» produces blanks for making plastic packaging for different enterprises. Orders can be placed in bulk with regular deliveries.