Leaks Swellers Deterioration, aging Product-package chemical interaction Cans – tin-plated steel, aluminum PETE bottles (water, carbonated beverages) Polyethylene bottles/jugs Pouches, laminates, tetrapacks Glass bottles and jars Others (paperboard. …) Polymer additives – necessary for structural integrity and adequate shelf life. I studied all the chemical & functional categories of ingredients added to PE, PETE, PP … Continue reading Packaging problems, polymer additives