I Wonder Why – Why Chocolates Are Wrapped In Foil?

Why are chocolates packed in metallic foil?

● Chocolates are generally wrapped in aluminium foil instead of plastic or paper.

This is mainly to ensure that they avoid contact with air, moisture and light.

● Chocolates are often stored for long periods, so their wrappings are designed to

protect the contents it holds.

● The aluminium foil acts as a complete barrier to light and oxygen, odours and

flavours, moisture, and bacteria.

● When chocolate is exposed to moisture, it turns brittle or stale with time.

● Milk Chocolate, in particular, gets a white dusty coating if it is exposed to air.

● Aluminium foil has also another advantage in that it is very easy to use and can

be folded tightly to the chocolate surface.