Aluminium packaging is light, flexible and easily recyclable. Furthermore, it is hygienic, non-toxic and helps in keeping the aroma of foods. It keeps the food fresh for a long time and provides protection from light, ultraviolet radiation, oils and grease, water vapour, oxygen and microorganisms.
In addition, have a look at the following advantages:
Aluminium foil reacts only to highly concentrated acids and basic substances and is otherwise strongly corrosive resistant
Aluminium foil is sterile and therefore hygienic
Aluminium foil is tasteless and odorless
Aluminium foil is extremely dimensionally stable even in soft state
Aluminium foil can be recycled several times without loss of quality
Aluminium foil does not absorb liquids
Despite the contrary claims, aluminum foil in food packaging is generally harmless to health. Acid or salty foods should not come into direct contact with aluminium, but composite films with aluminum layer can be used.