Exhibiting at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025

Paclife is an innovative Chilean company specializing in post-harvest packaging solutions designed to extend the shelf life and quality of fresh produce across global supply chains. Founded in Santiago, Chile, Paclife has emerged as a regional leader in the development of Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) and advanced materials that optimize preservation, reduce food waste, and increase export efficiency for the agrifood sector.

Core Business and Offerings

Paclife’s primary focus lies in designing, manufacturing, and distributing smart packaging solutions for fresh fruits and vegetables. Their product portfolio includes:

• Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP):

  • Active MAP Bags: Engineered to regulate O₂ and CO₂ levels and control ethylene release, extending produce freshness by up to 40%.
  • Bin Covers: Designed for large-scale post-harvest logistics, protecting produce during storage and transport.
  • Customized Films: High-barrier and breathable films for niche produce and export protocols.

• Fresh Cooling Solutions:

  • Fresh Cooling Covers: Thermal protective covers to maintain cold chain integrity in the field and during transit.
  • HarvesTech Covers: UV-resistant field packaging that mitigates temperature spikes during harvest handling.
  • FlowPack Film: Used for automated packing systems with anti-fog and breathable properties for retail-ready produce.

Paclife also provides consulting and R&D services to exporters and growers, helping them implement the best packaging strategies based on fruit type, destination, and shelf-life objectives.

Specialization and USP

Paclife’s core USP is its patented Active Modified Atmosphere Packaging (Active MAP) system. Unlike passive MAP bags that rely solely on the produce's respiration, Paclife integrates nanotechnology and bio-polymer membranes that actively regulate internal gas composition. This allows:

• Reduction of chilling injury and fungal growth.
• Extension of post-harvest life by up to 45 days for specific fruits such as blueberries and cherries.
• Real-time gas equilibrium modulation based on external environmental factors.

The company also distinguishes itself through eco-sustainability, with its packaging solutions developed from recyclable or partially biodegradable materials.

Financial Overview

As a private SME, Paclife’s detailed financials are not publicly disclosed. However:

• Estimated Revenue (2023): Between US$5 million to US$7 million, based on regional industry averages and export client scale.
• Supplies packaging to over 60 exporters across Latin America, especially in Chile, Peru, Mexico, and Colombia.
• Holds partnership accounts with several of Chile’s top 10 fruit exporters.

Shipment Records and Global Reach

Based on trade data from platforms such as ImportYeti and Volza:

• Total International Shipments (2023): Estimated over 2,800 shipments to North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Top Markets: United States, Canada, Netherlands, Germany, and China.
• Products are often shipped as part of fruit export consignments—primarily blueberries, cherries, grapes, and avocados.
• Frequently appears in post-harvest material declarations within SAG (Servicio Agrícola y Ganadero de Chile) export compliance documentation.

Target Market

Paclife serves a focused yet vital segment of the agricultural value chain:

• Fruit Exporters requiring consistent shelf-life for long-distance shipping.
• Growers seeking post-harvest efficiency and reduced spoilage.
• Cold Chain Logistics Providers in need of thermal solutions for in-field or transit protection.
• Retail Distributors and Importers demanding extended freshness for high-value fruit segments.

Capabilities

• In-House R&D Lab in Santiago for film testing, permeability customization, and accelerated aging analysis.
• Production Facility with thermoforming and lamination lines for customized packaging runs.
• Data-Driven Testing: Employs real-time O₂ and CO₂ sensors to validate bag performance across different fruit types and conditions.
• Advisory Services: Technical consultancy for fruit packing plants, often collaborating with industry organizations like ASOEX and Blueberry Committee of Chile.

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management Certified.
• SAG Registered – Approved post-harvest solution provider for Chilean exports.
• FDA Compliant Materials – Packaging films meet FDA 21 CFR for indirect food contact.
• REACH and RoHS Compliant – For European markets.
• Participates in research funded by CORFO (Corporación de Fomento de la Producción de Chile), supporting innovation in the agro-industrial sector.

Customer Testimonials

“With Paclife’s Active MAP bags, we managed to reduce our blueberry spoilage rate by over 30% during our 45-day shipping cycle to Asia.”
– Export Operations Manager, Top Chilean Blueberry Exporter

“Their HarvesTech thermal covers have allowed us to cut field heat damage significantly, even during peak harvest weeks in northern Peru.”
– Field Manager, Multinational Fruit Exporter

Major Achievements

• 2023: Introduced a biodegradable MAP bag line targeting European organic produce markets.
• 2022: Partnered with a leading Mexican avocado exporter to implement Paclife packaging across their entire post-harvest workflow.
• 2021: Finalist at the PMI Packaging Innovation Awards for MAP nanofilm technology.
• 2020: Featured in the Chilean AgroExporters Summit as a top innovator in post-harvest supply chain solutions.

Paclife continues to redefine post-harvest packaging standards with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and export performance, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the global competitiveness of Latin America's fresh produce industry.