A BURST-PEEL package for semi-fresh desserts that involves the use of a Surlyn-based film is being heralded as a first for this food product category by Packaging & Industrial Polymers DuPont, of Hemel Hempstead. Italian food producer Barilla wanted an easily opened material with a 'semi-preserve' character, which the high moisture barrier in the Surlyn structure is said to offer.
