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BULK PACKAGINGTM

BULK / FOOD SERVICETMRETAIL PACKAGING

Advanced Modified Atmosphere / Modified Humidity Packaging Solutions for Fresh ProduceOGFreshness Assured

What’s Special About Us
Materials Performance
Unique films with varying water vapor transmission rates (WVTR).
Films are designed to provide optimal shelf life extensions properties based on theprinciples of modified atmosphere (MA) coupled with modified humidity (MH).
Stepac’s manufacturing IP and know-how allow extrusion and production of complexstructures and their subsequent conversion into different packaging formats.

Applications Knowledge
Experts in plant physiology and pathology and the interaction with packaging design.
Customized solutions: Close to 25 different MA/MH film structures that allow us
to provide tailor-made solutions for more than 60 different produce types indifferent formats.
24 years’ experience in doing this!

ServiceHolistic approach supported by a wealth of postharvest knowledge and understandingof what is required for MA to be successful.
Pragmatic solution providers.
The end result is a portfolio of established solutions that preserve quality,extend shelf life and reduce waste in the fresh produce supply chain.

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How Our Modified
Atmosphere Packaging
Solutions WorkStePac's packaging solutions preserve freshness through the combined effect of modified
atmosphere (MA), modified humidity (MH) and condensation control, which effectively slows
down the respiration of fresh produce, inhibits production of ethylene, inhibits microbial
decay and minimizes weight loss and shriveling, thereby preserving quality, extending shelflife and reducing waste in the fresh produce supply chain.
During the respiration process, fresh fruits and vegetables consume oxygen (O2) and emit
carbon dioxide (CO2), water and heat.
The gas permeability of StePac's packaging is regulated in accordance with the respiration rateof the produce that is packed in order to achieve the desired combination of O2 and CO2
concentrations for shelf life extension.
We have close to 25 film structures in our portfolio with different Water Vapor Transmission
Rates (WVTR) and excellent condensation control to prevent build-up of free moisture which
will aggravate microbial decay.

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RESPIRATION

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Heat

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Functional Packagingfor Fresh Produce
TMCARTON LINERS, BIN LINERS AND PALLET SHROUDS
Xtend® MA/MH bulk packaging solutions
reduce weight loss, slow the respiration andaging processes and inhibit microbial decay.
As such, the inherent value of the packaging
is that it enables customers to store for longer
and supply upon demand or ship to distantmarkets, knowing the produce will arrive inprime condition.
Xtend MA/MH bulk packaging solutions areavailable for over 60 different fruits, vegetables
and herbs in a range of sizes and formats(e.g. carton and bin liners and pallet shrouds).
StePac provides comprehensive postharvest
technical support to its customers in orderto ensure uniform and consistent performanceof its products.

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BULK AUTOMATED PACKAGING
Xflow™ is a breakthrough in fresh produce
packaging. It consists of a series of new films
with MA/MH properties that are supplied tothe customer as rolls for automated packing
of fresh produce as an alternative to manuallypacking in bulk liners. Xflow reduces theamount of packaging material required by
as much as 40%.
Like Xtend, Xflow significantly extends
freshness of fruits and vegetables by providing
produce-specific MA/MH properties that slow
respiration and aging processes while
inhibiting microbial growth. It also reduces
dehydration and weight loss during storage
and shipment.
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RETAIL FORMAT PACKAGING
Xgo™ MA/MH retail packaging solutions rev up consumers demand by displaying fresher, more
appealing produce in convenient, attractive, easy-to-identify and easy-to-handle packaging.
All Xgo products are characterized by excellent condensation control and are customized
to provide optimal modified atmosphere conditions for the prevailing temperature-time
profiles. All Xgo products can be printed with up to 8 colors.

Xgo Preformed Bags
High-performance, pre-formed flexible
packaging solutions for manual packing, withor without wicket & gusset; Various film
structures with different WVTR properties.

Xgo Flow Pack
Roll stock film for automated packing
processes; Various film structures withdifferent WVTR properties.

Xgo Lidding Film
Customized solutions for different types of
produce packed in PET or PP trays; Filmstructures with several WVTR properties areavailable for PET trays. Resealable lidding
film is available (for PET trays only).

Xgo Standing Pouch
Cleverly engineered to provide extended shelf
life in a convenient, attractive Grab-N-Go
retail packaging format with ziplock. Excellent
film clarity and condensation control.

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Fruits
Produce Availability

Shelf LifeApple60 days at 0°C (32°F)

7 days at 20°C (68°F)

Apricot

30 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Banana (Green)
Pre-ripening +ripening in sealed bags

35 days Pre-ripening
at 13°C (55°F)

7 days post ripening
at 20°C (68°F)

Banana (Yellow)
Post-ripened

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Blackberry

21 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Blueberry

45 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Cherry60 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Grape

27 days at 1°C (34°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Kiwi

5.5 months at 0°C (32°F)

7 days at 20°C (68°F)

Lime

28 days at 10°C (50°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Litchi/ Lychee

20 days at 5°C (41°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Mango

21 days at 10°C (50°F)

5 days at 20°C (68°F)

Melon (Cantaloupe)

25 days at 3°C (37°F)

5 days at 20°C (68°F)

Melon (Charantais)

25 days at 9°C (48°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Melon (Galia)

25 days at 7°C (45°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

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Fruits
Produce Availability

Cold Storage / Shipment

Shelf Life

Melon (Honeydew)

25 days at 7°C (45°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Nectarine

30 days at 0°C (32°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Passion fruit

28 days at 8°C (46°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Peach

30 days at 0°C (32°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Pear

91 days at 0°C (32°F)

5 days at 20°C (68°F)

Persimmon(Triumph)

60 days at -1°C (30°F)

5 days at 20°C (68°F)

Pineapple

28 days at 8°C (46°F)

7 days at 20°C (68°F)

Pitaya(Dragon fruit)

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

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Plum

60 days at 0°C (32°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Pomegranate
shipment / storage

60 days at 7°C (45°F)
90 days at 7°C (45°F)

5 days at 20°C (68°F)

Pomegranate arils

14 days at 1-4°C (32-38°F)

Raspberry

14 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Red Currant

18 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Strawberry

14 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Watermelon(Baby)

25 days at 7°C (45°F)

7 days at 20°C (68°F)

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Vegetables
Produce Availability

Cold Storage / Shipment

Shelf Life

Asparagus (Green)

28 days at 1°C (34°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Asparagus (White)

40 days at 1°C (34°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Avocado (Hass)

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Beans

14 days at 6°C (43°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Broccoli

28 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Broccolini

24 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Brussels sprouts

40 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Cabbage

21 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Carrot40 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Cauliflower

25 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Celery28 days at 0°C (32°F)

3 days at 10°C (50°F)

Chili pepper

21 days at 8°C (46°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Cucumber18 days at 10°C (50°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

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Vegetables
Produce Availability

Cold Storage / Shipment

Shelf Life

Eggplant(Aubergine)

22 days at 11°C (52°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Green onion

21 days at 1°C (34°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Leek

28 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Lettuce

21 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Mushroom

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Okra

15 days at 7°C (45°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Parsnip

21 days at 0°C (32°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Pepper28 days at 8°C (46°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Radish21 days at 1°C (34°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Snow pea /Sugar snap pea

42 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Squash /Zucchini

21 days at 8°C (46°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

Sweet Corn

21 days at 0°C (32°F)

4 days at 10°C (50°F)

Tomato /Cherry tomato

14 days at 10°C (50°F)

3 days at 20°C (68°F)

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Vegetables
Produce Availability

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Cold Storage / Shipment

Beets (shredded)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Broccoli (florets)>14 days at 2°C (36°F)

Cabbage (chopped)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Carrot (shredded)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Cauliflower (florets)>14 days at 2°C (36°F)

Celery (sticks)>10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Chicory (leaves)>10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Escarole~14 days at 7°C (45°F)

Fennel9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Green Bunched Onions (shredded)~14 days at 7°C (45°F)

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Vegetables
Produce Availability

Cold Storage / Shipment

Kale10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Lettuce (Curly)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Lettuce (Iceberg)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Lettuce (Lisa Aldace)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Lettuce (Red Leafy)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Radicchio (leaves)

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Spinach~14 days at 7°C (45°F)

Swiss chard>10 days at 7°C (45°F)

Watercress

9-10 days at 7°C (45°F)

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Culinary Herbs
Produce Availability

10Cold Storage / Shipment

Basil7-10 days at 10-12°C (50-54°F)

Chives10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Coriander

10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Dill

10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Mint

10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Parsley

10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Roccola10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Rosemary

10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Sage

10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

Thyme

10-20 days at 0°C (32°F)

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Oriental Herbs
Produce Availability

Common Names

Cold Storage / Shipment

Gai LanChinese broccoli

19 days at 0-1°C (32-34°F)

Song Hua Choi

Chinese cauliflower

31 days at 6°C (43°F)

Celtuce / Wo Ju /Wo SunStem lettuce

21 days at 2°C (36°F)

Yu choy Miew

Choy sum / Chinese cabbage

21 days at 4-5°C (39°F)

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Freshness Assured

StePac specializes in functional packaging for fresh produce based on MA/MHtechnology. The packaging is designed to incorporate multiple capabilities to effectively
slow respiration and ageing processes, control humidity inside the packaging andextend fresh produce shelf life. StePac’s packaging enhances produce quality during
prolonged storage, sea and land freight.

Modified Humidity and Condensation Control

StePac’s MA/MH packaging technology manages the humidity created inside thepackaging with customized solutions for different types of produce packed. We selectthe most suitable out of a wide range of films with different WVTR values taking
into consideration the supply chain length, sensitivity of the produce to excess
moisture and dehydration and other factors.

Reducing Wastage

StePac’s packaging solutions slow the respiration and aging processes and inhibit
microbial decay of fresh fruits and vegetables. Consequently, our products preserve
the freshness, flavor and nutritional value and reduce supply chain waste.

Science and Technology

With 24 years' experience in the fresh produce industry and a state of the art
postharvest and polymer laboratory, StePac has developed close to 25 proprietary
film structures for different produce types, applications and packaging formats.
StePac is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of high-quality, precisionengineered MA/MH fresh produce packaging.

Postharvest Expertise

StePac's wealth of postharvest know-how and experience is key to performance.
We are experts in produce physiology, pathology and the interaction with packaging
design and supply chain conditions. StePac offers comprehensive postharvest
technical support to its customers in order to ensure uniform and consistent
performance of its packaging products.

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StePac Pioneers
in Freshness Technology
StePac was founded in 1992 and since 2015 is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Johnson Matthey PLC.
The Company's headquarters, major manufacturing and R&D facilities are in Northern Israel.
It also operates close-to- market manufacturing facilities in United States.
StePac is commercially active in over 60 countries worldwide and operates regional sales
and technical support offices in the United States, United Kingdom and Brazil, withdistributors/agents in key locations around the world.
All Xtend, Xflow and Xgo packaging products comply with FDA and European Directives anda such are suitable for direct contact with whole and processed fruits and vegetables. All
products are manufactured in compliance with BRC IOP, HACCP, ISO9001, ISO14001 andISO 18001.
Committed to innovation, StePac is attentive to market trends and is continuously striving
to develop cutting edge solutions to meet customer requirements.
Visit our website:

www.StePac.com
or contact us at:

info@stepac.com
General Disclaimer
Since 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 Stepac's
products packaging and makes no representation 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 orcompleteness 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 besuffered by any person relying upon such information.

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Contact Us
Main Locations
StePac Headquarters

StePac Brazil Ltd.

Tefen, Israel
Tel: +972 4 612 3500
info@stepac.com

São Paulo, Brazil
Tel: +55 11 3 596 7450
ivo.tunchel@matthey.com

StePac North America
c/o Johnson Matthey Inc.
(Canada, Mexico, U.S.A.)San Diego, California, USA
Tel: +1 619 651 5572
christian.soldi@matthey.com"Se habla español"

Network of Sales Representatives
Argentina
RYM Servicios Poscosecha S.R.L.
Tel: +54 (9) 261 (15) 4709322
eugenia.arboit@matthey.com
Central America
Inversion Sentidos S.A
Tel: +502 2 270 5000
rasturias@cdpsa.net
Chile
EMPACK LTDA.
Tel: +562 2 569 7500
aescobar@empack.cl
Colombia
AgrícolaLasNieves S.A.S
Tel: +57 310 550 1202
gerencia@agrolasnieves.com
East Africa
Amiran Kenya Ltd.
Tel: +254 731 035705
amiran@amirankenya.com
Germany
Lorentzen & Sievers GmbH
Tel: +49 4193 98 0 99-0
info@lorentzen-sievers.deGreece
PrePac S.A
Tel: +30 210 555 0226
eleni@prepac.gr

HungaryAgro-Consulting Trade Ltd.
Tel: +36 205 695 762
peter.kelemen@agroconsulting.hu
India
Haitech Solutions
Tel: +91 22 655 69 366
info@haitech-group.com
Italy
Carton Pack
Tel: +39 080 477 1440
giannileone@cartonpack.com
Japan
Mitsui & Co. Plastics Ltd.
Tel: +813 6328 5325
S.Terakado@mitsui-plastics.com
JapanSeika Corporation
Tel: +813 5221 7113
keikatoh@jp.seika.com
Mexico(Central Mexico, Bajio Área)Grupo Comercial Rubín & Sainz
Tel: +52 33 1257 0457
fernando.jimenez@grupors.com.mx

MoroccoGraphiscript
Tel: +212 660 17 71 67
graphiscript_1@yahoo.fr
Perú
Fiamma S.A.C.
Tel: +51 981 474 724
Diego@fiammacomercial.com
PolandPUCH
Tel: +48 81 820 30 92
puch@puch.com.pl
Russia
LLC "InterYugMash"
Tel: +7 (988) 259-05-96
info@interym.ru
South Africa
Precool Manufacturing Co.
Tel: +27 12 327 1291
ari@precool.co.za
Spain
Agrotecnologia Aplicada S.L.
Tel: +34 6393 77780
xavi@agroborges.com
UkraineGennady Tkachenko
Tel: +380 95 532 1050
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