Introduction of Bag-On-Valve (BOV)

Bag-On-Valve, known as BOV, is also a type of aerosol valve. It is similar to the normal valve but with an extra sealed bag. In other words, it is a barrier packaging technology for liquid or viscous products. By using the Bag on Valve, the active ingredient is completely separated from the propellant in the bag. Thus, the product can be applied in its pure form. In this situation, the complete purity of the recipe is maintained.

Features and Benefits of Bag-On-Valve (BOV)

Bag-On-Valve (BOV) is always the first choice in various industry, including food and cosmetics because of its benefits as below:

-Longer shelf life

The aluminium bag prevents contamination and oxidation of the active ingredients, so has a longer shelf life for both the ingredient and the can.

-Environmentally friendly

It can use the environmentally friendly gases such as air and nitrogen with no flammable fuels. Thus can help better protect the world.

-Hygienically pure

The hermetic seal prevents contamination and oxidation of the active ingredient and ensures the hygienically clean product.

-Versatile usage

Can be used with standard actuators and aerosol cans without special requirements.

 Technology of Bag-On-Valve (BOV)  

-The Valve

Bag-on-Valve (BOV) systems are available with both female and male valves.

- The BOV

Available in a large range of sizes from 30-650 ml to meet your needs.

-The Product

Suitable for a lot of areas, including liquid, most viscous products like creams & lotions. Optimized for oxygen-sensitive and sterile products. No dry powders work with BOV's.

-The Pressure

Air or nitrogen ONLY, NEVER liquid gasses.

-The Actuator & Cap

A large range of standard actuators depending on product demands can be used. Certain actuators do not require a cap such as a twist lock actuator. 

-The Can

Standard DOT aluminum, tinplate, or plastic can with multiple shapes can be used.

Filling Process

Applications of Bag-On-Valve (BOV)

-Cosmetics

Sun Care, lotions, creams, facial washes, personal hygiene,antiperspirant spray, body deodorant.

-Pharmaceutical & OTC

Nasal spray, ear washes, eye washes, baby care, would washes.

-Food

Cooking oils, beverage, vinegar, liquid flavorings, jellies, salad dressing.

-Other

Liquid fire extinguisher, air fresheners, odor eliminators, car care products, disinfectant, furniture polish & cleaners, hunting products.

Conclusion

Aerosol BOV has a number of advantages with versatile application, to choose the suitable one, you should get the ideal of the volume, can size as well as the application. Go and try this good product to boost your business.

——Sources of the blog: "TUNAP" & “BOV Solutions”