Preserving aromatic, fresh and dried herbs goes far beyond harvesting. To ensure they reach consumers with freshness, aroma, and nutritional properties intact, effective bunching systems are essential. In this context, Bandex standard rubber bands have become a benchmark solution across Europe for producers, distributors, and packaging companies aiming to maintain product quality throughout the supply chain.
In this article, we explore in detail how 100% natural standard rubber bands help preserve herb properties, simplify handling, optimise storage, and enhance supply chain efficiency. Practical examples and best practices for bunching aromatic, fresh and dried herbs are also included.
What Are Standard Rubber Bands and Why Are They Essential for Bunching Herbs?
Standard rubber bands are made from natural rubber. This composition provides elasticity, strength, and durability, ensuring that aromatic, fresh and dried herbs remain intact during handling and storage.
Thanks to their flexibility, standard rubber bands can adapt to various bouquet sizes, preventing herbs from being crushed and preserving their natural shape. This is critical for keeping bioactive compounds — such as antioxidants, vitamins, and phytonutrients — intact, protecting both flavour and quality.
Example: A rosemary and thyme producer in Provence uses Bandex standard rubber bands to bunch fresh and dried herb bouquets. The elasticity allows each bouquet to stay secure without crushing the leaves, preserving aromatic qualities.
Preserving Herb Properties: Freshness and Safety
Aromatic, fresh and dried herbs are rich in antimicrobial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties, vital for health and culinary purposes. To maintain them, airflow must be sufficient, excessive moisture avoided, and mechanical damage prevented.
Bandex standard rubber bands allow you to:
- Prevent excessive compression, maintaining leaf integrity.
- Promote airflow between bouquets, avoiding mould and pathogen growth.
- Optimise drying, ensuring even heat distribution and uniform nutrient concentration.
Mini case study: In a basil drying facility in Lyon, using Bandex standard rubber bands reduced damaged leaves by 30% and improved drying uniformity, resulting in higher-quality products for gourmet markets.
Standard Rubber Bands as an Organisation and Storage Tool
Proper storage prolongs the shelf life of aromatic, fresh and dried herbs while optimising logistics and reducing losses. Bandex standard rubber bands offer resistance to humidity and extreme temperatures, from -48 °C to 93 °C, making them ideal for various environments and climates.
Additionally, their variety of colours and sizes allows for easy sorting and organisation of bouquets, improving stock monitoring and production planning.
Example: A herb distributor in Toulouse uses differently coloured rubber bands to bunch bouquets ready for drying, vacuum packaging, and shipping, enhancing traceability and reducing errors.
Advantages of Bandex Rubber Bands Compared to Other Solutions
Bandex standard rubber bands stand out for their quality, durability, and sector adaptability:
- 100% natural rubber: safe for food contact and environmentally friendly.
- High moisture resistance: prevents mould and degradation of herbs.
- Extreme temperature adaptability: ideal for storage and transport across regions.
- Reusable: supports sustainable practices by reducing waste.
- Wide range of sizes and colours: suitable for all herb types and production requirements.
- Flexible packaging: 25 kg bags or 20 kg boxes with 1 kg sachets; custom formats available on request.
These features make Bandex rubber bands the preferred choice for European producers of aromatic, fresh and dried herbs, as well as packaging and distribution companies seeking reliable, high-performance solutions.
Best Practices for Preserving Aromatic, Fresh and Dried Herbs
- Efficient drying: use low-temperature dehydration or controlled air drying, employing standard rubber bands to maintain product integrity.
- Vacuum packaging: removes oxygen and prolongs herb freshness.
- Controlled storage: maintain appropriate temperature and humidity, with rubber bands providing gentle bunching without damaging bouquets.
- Sustainable packaging: combine standard rubber bands with biodegradable or recyclable packaging to reduce environmental impact.
Example: A herb packaging company in Bordeaux combined Bandex standard rubber bands with biodegradable vacuum bags, extending product shelf life by 25% while preserving aroma and quality.
Bandex, Your Ally for Herb Bunching
Bandex standard rubber bands are more than just elastics: they are a complete tool ensuring freshness, quality and durability at every stage of the aromatic, fresh and dried herb supply chain. Their food safety, strength and adaptability make them a trusted choice for producers, distributors, and packaging companies across Europe.
Don’t wait to optimise your processes! Contact our team of experts for personalised guidance on selecting the best standard rubber bands for your needs. Reach us via web form or WhatsApp and get a practical guide to maximise freshness and quality in your herb bunching operations.
