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Elliott Absorbents Launch "Berry-Sorb" Pad

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After extensive field trials and more than 12 months of market development, Elliott Absorbents, Rochdale, Lancashire, U.K., reports that it has launched its fruit absorbent pad "Berry-Sorb." Designed specifically to aid the long term freshness and appeal of soft fruits, such as raspberries and blackberries. Berry-Sorb combines both cushioning, with a 150 gsm dual ply absorbent cellulose, applied to a totally absorbent, sealed topcoat.

Advantages include:

  • Fungal droplet moisture is totally absorbed and locked away to avoid spoilage through fungal fruit rot
  • Cushioning to avoid fruit bruising and damage
  • Bio-compostable pad.

 

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