What is BS EN 16291-1 - Glass packaging MCA 2 finish about?
Efficient packaging is of great importance for the distribution and the protection of goods. Insufficient or inappropriate packaging can lead to damage or wastage of the contents of the pack. The impermeable nature of glass makes it a safe form of protective packaging. There is no risk of harmful chemicals getting into the food or drinks that are packed in glass.
BS EN 16291 focuses on screw finishes for pressure capsules used for glass packaging. BS EN 16292-1 is a European Standard specifies the dimensions of the screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 2 for returnable glass.
Who is BS EN 16291-1 - Glass packaging MCA 2 finish for?
BS EN 16291-1 on glass packaging MCA 2 finish is useful for:
- Centres for bottling and related packaging
- Glass manufacturers
- Goods packaging products manufacturers
- The goods packaging and distribution industry
- Inspection bodies
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS EN 16291-1 - Glass packaging MCA 2 finish?
Glass is the trusted and proven packaging for health, taste and the environment. Glass is also widely used in food packaging. Glass packaging provides optimum long-term conservation of the original qualities and virtues of food and beverages. Glass packaging is the safest packaging material for any product.
MCA glass finish is designed for the closure of pressurized or vacuum liquids with a tamper-evident closure (metal or plastic). BS EN 16291-1 provides you with the design and dimensions specifications of the glass MCA 2 finish. Following these specifications, manufacturers will be able to design an effective glass MCA 2 finish.
BS EN 16291-1 guidelines help you in providing efficient packaging with glass to your customers. Customers will be able to keep their products safe.