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Mediterranean Food Packaging: Choose for the Way You Buy
Discuss cans, glass jars, PET containers, buckets and drums for your product, sales channel and order requirements.
PACKAGING SOLUTIONS
Explore Our Packaging Options
From retail-ready glass jars and cans to foodservice containers and industrial bulk formats, STAR FOODS offers packaging options for a range of Mediterranean food products.
Explore the formats below, then contact our team to confirm suitability, available fills, closures and packing specifications for your selected product and destination market.
Cans
Practical packaging formats to discuss for retail, wholesale and professional foodservice applications.
- A12
- A10
- A9
- Easy Open 73
- Easy Open 65
Common product categories to discuss include olives, peppers and prepared Mediterranean vegetables.
Specify your preferred can reference, product preparation, opening type and intended market. Our team can review the relevant fill and case configuration.
Glass Jars
A clear presentation format suitable for retail display, specialty foods and hospitality applications.
- 1050 ml
- 1000 ml
- 720 ml
- 467 ml
- 370 ml
Product categories to discuss include olives, peppers and grape leaves.
Jar capacity is a volume measurement. Net weight and drained weight, where applicable, must be confirmed for each product and packing configuration.
PET Containers
A container option for commercial customers seeking suitable formats for foodservice or bulk handling.
- PET Gallon
Discuss product compatibility, container fill, closure, handling and storage requirements with our team before confirming an order.
Food-Grade Buckets
Bulk packaging options to discuss for olives, peppers and grape leaves intended for commercial use.
- 20 L Pail
Buyers should specify the product, preferred fill, expected handling method and intended use.
Lid configuration, product-specific storage requirements and shipping arrangements should be confirmed during the quotation process.
Bulk Drums
Bulk supply formats to discuss for industrial customers and further-processing applications.
- 220 L
- 60 L
The appropriate configuration depends on the product, fill requirements and receiving facilities.
Discuss handling equipment, unloading arrangements and shipment planning before finalizing specifications.
Packaging availability: Not every format is necessarily suitable or available for every product. Confirm sizes, fills, closures and order-specific requirements with STAR FOODS.
BUYER’S GUIDE
Choosing the Right Packaging Format
The right packaging choice depends on how the product will be sold, handled, stored and used. The following guide helps buyers prepare their requirements before requesting a quotation.
Retail & Specialty Food
Consider glass jars and appropriate can formats where product compatibility and availability are confirmed.
Key considerations include shelf presentation, label area, declared product weight and case packing.
Foodservice & Hospitality
Consider formats that suit kitchen handling, storage space, preparation requirements and usage volumes.
Confirm the usable product quantity, pack opening method and relevant storage instructions.
Wholesale & Distribution
Evaluate packaging together with carton quantities, pallet arrangement, shipping weights and receiving needs.
Consistent order specifications support quotation comparisons and distribution planning.
Industrial Food Manufacturing
Discuss suitable bulk formats for your production process and ingredient handling systems.
Product preparation, packaging compatibility, receiving facilities and unloading methods are important considerations.
These are general purchasing guidelines, not product-specific availability commitments or technical specifications.
TECHNICAL PACKAGING DATA
Understanding Volume, Net Weight and Drained Weight
Packaging volume does not automatically tell a buyer how much food is inside. This distinction is particularly important for olives and vegetables packed in brine or other covering liquids.
Container Capacity
The nominal volume of the container, commonly expressed in millilitres or litres.
For example, a 720 ml jar size describes container capacity, not a confirmed product weight.
Net Weight
The declared quantity of food excluding the packaging itself. For products packed with liquid, the net weight can include the covering medium.
Drained Weight
Where applicable, the declared quantity of solid food after removal of the covering liquid under the relevant measurement method.
Gross Weight
The combined weight of the product and its packaging. Shipping calculations may also require carton-level and pallet-level gross weights.
What should an importer request?
For each selected product and pack, request the applicable net weight, drained weight, units per carton, carton dimensions and gross weight. Product specifications should be confirmed before purchase.
Request Product Documentation →CUSTOMER BRANDING
Private Label, Your Way
Develop a product brief around the food, packaging format and label requirements of your destination market.
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Choose Your Product
Select your preferred product and preparation from our Mediterranean food range.
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Select Your Packaging
Discuss container type, nominal size, product fill, closure and case configuration.
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Customise Your Label
Identify brand artwork, product naming, languages, barcode needs and market information for review.
Label requirements vary by product and destination. Ingredient declarations, allergen information, nutrition information and other mandatory particulars should be reviewed against the applicable market rules.
Explore Private Label Solutions →
EXPORT PACKING
Prepared for Export
A complete export packing specification supports shipping quotations, warehouse receiving, container planning and destination-market requirements. Agree the relevant details for your selected product and shipment.
Carton Packing
Confirm units per carton, carton dimensions, case identification and gross weight.
Pallet Configuration
Discuss cartons per pallet, pallet dimensions, stacking considerations and receiving arrangements.
Shipping Marks
Specify the required carton identification, order references and destination information.
SHIPMENT PLANNING
Carton, Pallet and Container Planning
Importers and distributors need reliable packing information to estimate freight requirements, warehouse capacity and shipment handling.
Case Configuration
Confirm the number of retail or commercial units per carton, carton dimensions and packed carton weight.
Palletization
Discuss pallet footprint, loading arrangement, total height and pallet gross weight.
Container Utilization
Container-loading quantities depend on the actual packaging, carton dimensions, palletization, weight limits and loading plan.
Destination Requirements
Share the receiving country’s requirements, shipment markings and any relevant importer instructions before confirming the order.
Why we do not publish one universal container quantity
A 20-foot or 40-foot container cannot be assigned one reliable carton quantity across all STAR FOODS products. The figure must be calculated from the approved product, packaging and loading configuration.
Contact our team with your proposed order so the appropriate logistics details can be discussed.
BEFORE REQUESTING A QUOTE
Your Packaging Enquiry Checklist
Including the following information helps us understand your requirements and prepare for a more useful commercial discussion.
Product Requirements
- Product name and preparation
- Preferred packaging format
- Requested pack size or fill
- Estimated order quantity
Market & Branding
- Destination country
- Retail, foodservice or industrial use
- Own brand or private label
- Label language and artwork requirements
Shipping & Documents
- Preferred carton configuration
- Pallet or receiving requirements
- Requested technical documents
- Expected purchasing timeframe
You do not need every detail finalized before contacting us. Share what you know, and identify the specifications still to be confirmed.
PACKAGING QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
What packaging formats does STAR FOODS offer?
Our listed options include cans, glass jars, PET containers, 20 L food-grade pails and 60 L and 220 L bulk drums. Availability depends on the selected product and order.
Are all packaging sizes available for every product?
Not necessarily. Packaging suitability, fill quantities and closure options must be confirmed for each product and order requirement.
What is the difference between jar capacity and net weight?
Jar capacity measures volume, typically in millilitres. Net weight describes the quantity of food excluding its packaging. The two figures are not interchangeable.
What does drained weight mean?
For relevant products packed in a covering liquid, drained weight refers to the quantity of solid food after the liquid is removed using the applicable method.
Can I enquire about private-label packaging?
Yes. You can discuss product selection, packaging format, artwork, label information and market requirements. See our Private Label page .
Can I request carton and pallet details?
Yes. Identify the product, preferred pack format and estimated quantity when requesting information. Exact configurations require order-specific confirmation.
How many cartons fit in a shipping container?
This depends on carton size, product weight, palletization, loading method and the relevant container limits. A reliable quantity requires an approved packing plan.
How do I request packaging specifications?
Use our Request Documents page or contact [email protected] with your product and packaging requirements.
LET’S DISCUSS YOUR ORDER
Let’s Find the Right Packaging for Your Market
Tell us your selected product, preferred packaging format, destination market and estimated order quantity.
Our team can review your enquiry and discuss the relevant specifications.
