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Fresh Produce Packaging

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StePac Ltd, founded in 1992 and based in Northern Israel, specializes in freshness preservation packaging

for the fresh fruit and vegetable industry. The company is fully owned by the Johnson Matthey Group a global

leader in sustainable technologies.

StePac has joined Johnson Matthey's Atmosphere Control Technologies (ACT) and serves the fresh produce

industry with customized modified atmosphere/modified humidity (MA/MH) packaging solutions and

consultation for preserving freshness of fruits and vegetables throughout the supply chain. The added value

that customers gain from such packaging includes:

Reduced logistical costs associated with land and sea freight;

Market expansion

Reduced waste and increased freshness and quality

Brand enhancement.

StePac operates regional sales and technical support offices in the United States, Brazil and Turkey and

distributors/agents in key locations around the world, offering top service and unrivaled postharvest technical

expertise and support. In total, StePac has representatives in over 20 countries and is commercially active in

over 60 countries worldwide.

Committed to providing innovative high quality products, StePac focuses on continuous product development with two state of the art Postharvest and Polymer laboratories in Israel and San Paolo, Brazil.

All products are manufactured in compliance with BRC IOP, HACCP and ISO 9001-2008, ISO 14001:2004, OHSAS. and are approved for direct contact with fresh fruits and vegetables.

Serving the fresh produce industry since 1992

Xtend® packaging preserve freshness through the combined effect of modified

atmosphere, modified humidity and condensation control.

Xtend® packaging Competitor's packaging

Xtend® - fresh produce packaging solutions

Reduce waste and prolong storage and shelf life with Xtend® fresh produce packaging

Xtend® packaging is custom engineered per fruit/ vegetable and weight.

Increase relative humidity inside the bag preserving produce firmness and reducing weight loss.

Inhibit biosynthesis and action of ethylene, slowing down aging and ripening processes.

Maintain the nutritional value and flavor of produce.

Reduce decay by directly inhibiting the growth of pathogens.

Xtend® packaging uses smart polymers that release excess humidity.

Benefits of using Xtend®:

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The presented storage and shelf life times are representative of StePac’s experience with these products. Actual storage and shelf life may vary subject to cultivar, cultivation and post-harvest handling. Therefore, the below data should be viewed as a guideline only.

Apricots 30 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Bananas

Ripen in bag: 35 days pre-ripening + ripening in sealed bags + 7 days @ 13°C (55°F) post ripening Retail for post-ripened bananas: 7 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Blackberries 21 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Blueberries 45 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Cherries 60 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Grapes 27 days @ 1°C (34°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Kiwis 5.5 months @ 0°C (32°F) 7 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Lychees 20 days @ 5°C (41°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Melons (cantaloupe)

25 days @ 3°C (37°F) 5 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Melons(Charantais)

25 days @ 9°C (48°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Melons (Galia)

25 days @ 7°C (45°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

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Nectarines 30 days @ 0°C (32°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Passion fruit 28 days @ 8°C (46°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Peaches 30 days @ 0°C (32°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Pears 91 days @ 0°C (32°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Pineapples 28 days @ 8°C (46°F) 7 days @ 20°C (50°F)

Pitayas(dragon fruit)

21 days @ 10°C (50°F)30 days @ 5°C (41°F)

4 days @ 10°C (50°F)4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Plums 60 days @ 0°C (32°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Pomegranates Liners for export cartons

Liners for crates & bins (20-400 kg)

up to 60 days @ 6°C (43°F)

90 days @ 6°C (43°F)

3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Raspberries 18 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Red Currant 18 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Strawberries 14 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Watermelon (baby)

25 days @ 7°C (45°F) 7 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Xtend® for fruits

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Asparagus (green)

28 days @ 1°C (34°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Asparagus(white)

40 days @ 1°C (34°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Beans 14 days @ 6°C (43°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

BroccoliBroccolini (Tender Stem)

28 days @ 0°C (32°F) 24 days @ 0°C (32°F)

4 days @ 10°C (50°F)4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Brussels sprouts

40 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Cabbage 21 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Cauliflower 25 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Carrots 40 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Cherry tomatoes

14 days @ 10°C (50°F) 14 days @ 10°C (50°F)

3 days @ 20°C (68°F)3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Chili peppers 21 days @ 8°C (46°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

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Corn 21 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Cucumbers 18 days @ 10°C (50°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Eggplants(Aubergine)

22 days @ 11°C (52°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Green onions 21 days @ 1°C (34°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Leeks 28 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Okra 15 days @ 7°C (45°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Parsnips 21 days @ 0°C (32°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Radishes 21 days @ 1°C (34°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Snow peas / Sugar snaps

42 days @ 0°C (32°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Squash / Zucchini

21 days @ 8°C (46°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Sweet pepper 28 days @ 8°C (46°F) 3 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Xtend® for vegetables

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Xtend® for herbs All packaging is available as preformed retail packaging and roll stock for automated packaging applications.

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Basil 15 days @ 12 °C (54°F) 2 days @ 20°C (68°F)

Chives 15 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Coriander 21 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Dill 15 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Mint 20 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Parsley 30 days @ 2°C (36°F) 7 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Roccola 20 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Rosemary 20 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Sage 11 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

Thyme 15 days @ 2°C (36°F) 4 days @ 10°C (50°F)

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The presented shelf life times are representative of StePac’s experience with these products. Actual shelf life may vary subject to cultivar, cultivation and post-harvest handling. Therefore, the below data should be viewed as a guideline only.

Beets, shredded 9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Broccoli florets ~14 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Cabbage, chopped 9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Carrots, shredded 9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Carrots & lettuce shredded 9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Cauliflower florets ~14 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Celery Sticks >10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Chicory leaves >10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Fennel 9-10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Kale 9-10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Lettuce Curly 9-10 days at 7ºC (45°F)IcebergRed leafyRomain

Radicchio, leaves 9-10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Xtend® for fresh cut vegetables All packaging is available as preformed retail packaging and roll stock for automated packaging applications.

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The presented shelf life times are representative of StePac’s experience with these products. Actual shelf life may vary subject to cultivar, cultivation and post-harvest handling. Therefore, the below data should be viewed as a guideline only.

Radish, whole 9-10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Spinach ~14 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Swiss chard >10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Watercress 9-10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Turnip, whole 9-10 days at 7ºC (45°F)

Xtend® for fresh cut vegetables All packaging is available as preformed retail packaging and roll stock for automated packaging applications.

GENERAL DISCLAIMER

Because StePac L.A. Ltd. has no control over farming, harvest and post-harvest practices and conditions under which agricultural products are produced, packed and transported, it has no liability (direct or indirect) for products placed in Xtend® packaging and makes no representationing that its packaging will be suitable for any particular purpose.

Although StePac L.A. Ltd. makes every effort to ensure that the information provided in this brochure is accurate, no warranty of accuracy, reliability, timeliness or completeness in given, and save for any statutory liability which cannot be excluded, StePac L.A. Ltd. disclaims all responsibility for any loss or damage which may be suffered by any person relying upon such information.

Bulk liners

Preformed retail packaging

Roll stock for flow pack applications

Bin liners for long term storage

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StePac HeadquartersTefen, Israel

Tel: +972 4 612 [email protected]

StePac North Americac/o Johnson Matthey Inc. (Canada, Mexico, U.S.A.)Oakbrook Terrace, IL. USA

Tel: +1 619 651 5572 [email protected]

StePac TurkeyAntalya, Turkey


StePac Brasil Ltd.São Paulo, Brasil


Contact usMain locations

Network of Sales Representatives

Balkans Mihajlo Vukojicic Tel: +381 60 172 [email protected]

Central AmericaInversion Sentidos S.A Tel: +502 2 270 [email protected]

Argentina Tel: + 54 261 421 1659Tel: +0261 154 709 [email protected]

GreecePrePac S.A Tel: +30 210 555 [email protected]

ColombiaBogotaTel: +57 315 362 8389 [email protected]

SpainAgrotecnologia Aplicada S.L. Tel: +34 6393 [email protected]

PerúFiammaTel: +51 981 474 [email protected]

PolandPUCH Tel: +48 81 820 30 92 [email protected]

Italy Carton Pack Tel:+39 080 477 [email protected]

HungaryAgro-Consulting Trade Ltd.Tel:+36 205 695 [email protected]

South AfricaPrecool Manufacturing Co. Tel: +27 12 327 [email protected]

UkraineGennady TkachenkoTel: +380 95 532 [email protected]

Czech Republic & SlovakiaPEBACO Brno s.r.oTel: +420 545 221 [email protected]

ChileEMPACK LTDA. Tel: +562 2 569 [email protected]

FranceUnivers de l’emballageTel:+33 4 90 24 32 50 [email protected]

Japan Tokyo, Japan Tel:+813 6302 [email protected]

Japan Mitsui & Co. Plastics Ltd. Tel:+813 6328 [email protected]

GermanyLorentzen & Sievers GmbH Tel:+49 4193 98 0 99-0 [email protected]

India Haitech Solutions Tel:+91 22 655 69 [email protected]

Japan Seika Corporation Tel:+813 5221 [email protected]

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Australia ProFresh Systems Pty LtdTel: +61 7 3162 [email protected]

MoroccoGraphiscriptTel: +00212 660 17 71 [email protected]

East AfricaAmiran Kenya Ltd.Tel: +254 731 [email protected]

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