Layers of packaging

There are three levels of packaging (as shown in the diagram below).

• Primary packaging is what the consumer sees at the point of sale. It needs to adequately contain and protect the food product, as well as displaying it and carrying information about it
• Secondary packaging is the middle layer of packaging - for example a cardboard box with a number of identical products inside
• Transit packaging is the outer container that allows easier handling during transfer between factory, distribution centres and retailers