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Expiry Date Printing and Batch Coding for Food & Beverage Products

Food and beverage manufacturers in India need accurate and legible product codes on packaging formats ranging from snack packets and spice pouches to dairy products, edible oil containers, bottled water and beverage cans. Manufacturing dates, expiry or use-by dates, best-before dates and batch numbers are important for consumer information, product identification and traceability. Applicable FSSAI labelling requirements also need to be considered when preparing the final package information.

LMI-LEIBINGER continuous inkjet printers are designed to print variable information on different food and beverage packaging materials, including plastic films, cartons, PET bottles, glass containers and metal cans. Fast-drying inks, specialised solutions for condensation and selected printers with IP65 protection help address demanding production conditions, including high-speed filling, humidity and cleaning procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which printing machine is suitable for expiry date and batch coding on food packaging?

Continuous inkjet printers are widely used for printing manufacturing dates, expiry dates, best-before dates and batch numbers on food packaging. LMI-LEIBINGER CIJ printers can be integrated into packaging lines to print variable information directly onto compatible pouches, films, bottles, cans and cartons.

Yes. LMI-LEIBINGER offers printing solutions for different food and beverage packaging materials, including plastic films, flexible pouches, PET bottles and glass containers. The correct ink depends on the substrate and production conditions. For cold or wet containers, specialised inks may be required to achieve reliable adhesion.

LMI-LEIBINGER printers can apply information used in food labelling, such as manufacturing dates, expiry or use-by dates and batch numbers. However, compliance with FSSAI requirements depends on the correct content, format, placement and verification of the printed information. The manufacturer remains responsible for the final product label.

Yes. Continuous inkjet technology enables non-contact printing while products move along the production line. LMI-LEIBINGER offers printers for high-speed packaging applications, including selected IP65-rated models for demanding environments. The suitable printer is determined by the line speed, packaging material and required code.