Question

why do the chips manufacturers usually flush bags of chips with gas such as nitrogen

Answer 1

chips bags are flushed with nitrogen gas to prevent rancidity... I.e. aerial oxidation of food...

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Answer 2

HI

Fats or oils are used in the preparation of chips. After a long time they turn rancid due to oxidation by the air contained in the bags. Nitrogen replaces oxygen present in packets. Being inactive, it prevents rancidity.

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