First chopped tomatoes from the United States will debut in shelf stable carton packs
Hirzel Canning Co. & Farms, the family-owned and operated company who produces the Dei Fratelli brand, announces the addition of Dei Fratelli Truly Tomatoes to its extensive line of tomato products. The three product varieties include: Petite Cut Tomatoes in a Light Puree; Finely Chopped Tomatoes in a Light Puree with Onion, Carrot and Celery; and Rustic Cut Tomatoes in a Light Puree. The three new products are the first chopped tomatoes grown, produced and packaged in the United States that are available in shelf stable carton packs from SIG Combibloc (www.sig.biz). The Dei Fratelli Truly carton packs will be available beginning of this month.
Crafted for “home chefs,” these products offer a premium tomato product packaged in an environmentally friendly carton pack, say company officials. The modern packaging allows Hirzel Canning Co. & Farms to provide optimal protection for foods that retains high quality over a prolonged period without the use of preservatives or refrigeration. The BPA-free carton packs are convenient to store, handle and dispose. The aseptic carton pack is composed up to 75% wood fibers, a renewable resource, which is verifiably obtained from controlled sources and responsibly managed forests. Carton packs have a smaller environmental impact and use fewer fossil resources than other food packaging for long-life food products. And they are100% recyclable where facilities exist.