ISO 22982 is officially titled:
“Packaging — Complete, filled transport packages for flowers and ornamental foliage — Specifications for conditioning and quality preservation”
It provides guidelines for:
The standard is critical for flower exporters, horticulture logistics providers, and wholesalers, ensuring that products maintain their visual and structural integrity from origin to point of sale.
Fresh flowers and ornamental foliage are highly perishable and sensitive to environmental factors like humidity, temperature, and mechanical shock. Without proper packaging, businesses often face:
ISO 22982 provides a uniform, internationally accepted packaging method that ensures product integrity, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
Implementing ISO 22982 offers multiple quality and commercial benefits:
Maintains color, moisture, and structure during shipping and storage.
Promotes consistency across different handling stages and partners.
Meets global expectations for quality assurance in perishable goods.
Reduces spoilage by optimizing internal packing conditions.
Encourages the use of reusable or recyclable packaging materials.
By adopting ISO 22982, your horticultural or floriculture business can gain significant competitive advantages:
Reduce spoilage and damage through scientifically guided packing systems.
Deliver flowers in pristine condition, ensuring customer delight and repeat business.
Align with global supply chain partners, reducing compliance bottlenecks.
Standardize packing operations to save time and reduce training overhead.
Gain eligibility for partnerships and contracts requiring certified packaging practices.
Contribute to ESG targets by using recyclable or biodegradable materials where applicable
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