# Do I need to re-package **URL:** \ **Category:** General\ **Created:** [April 27, 2019, 12:33am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043 "2019-04-27T00:33:34Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 8\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Jennie1](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/jennie1/32/5215_2.png) [@Jennie1](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Jennie1)\ **Post date:** [April 27, 2019, 12:33am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/1 "2019-04-27T00:33:34Z")
If I purchase marinated meat at the butchers is it safe to cook in that packaging or should it be re-packaged? ---
**Author:** ![miksnave](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/miksnave/32/4818_2.png) [@miksnave](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/miksnave)\ **Post date:** [April 27, 2019, 6:26am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/2 "2019-04-27T06:26:03Z")
You might like to look at this, where your question is discussed: > **[Can You Sous Vide in Store Packaging - Ask Jason](https://www.amazingfoodmadeeasy.com/info/exploring-sous-vide-email-course/more/can-you-sous-vide-in-store-packaging-ask-jason)** > > Many people want to know if you can sous vide food in the store packaging. There are a few variables we look at including whether it will leak, if it is safe, and how it affects flavor. ---
**Author:** ![Jarvis](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/e36b37/32.png) [@Jarvis](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Jarvis)\ **Post date:** [May 13, 2019, 11:08am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/3 "2019-05-13T11:08:10Z")
Yeah looks like a good one. Thank you for sharing. ---
**Author:** ![chatnoir](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/ecd19e/32.png) [@chatnoir](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/chatnoir)\ **Post date:** [May 13, 2019, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/4 "2019-05-13T16:45:12Z")
Jennie, before cooking you should always consider the marinating ingredients, particularly if they contain acidic ingredients like vinegar or citrus. They could accelerate the tenderizing process while cooking. ---
**Author:** ![stevej](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ce7236/32.png) [@stevej](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/stevej)\ **Post date:** [May 13, 2019, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/5 "2019-05-13T17:14:16Z")
Strongly agree with the cat on this point. I once did some beef short ribs with a kiwi marinade. The sous vide cook accelerated the tenderizing process from the enzymes in the kiwi to the point that the texture of the meat was rather unpleasant. Tasted pretty good though. ---
**Author:** ![Jennie1](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/jennie1/32/5215_2.png) [@Jennie1](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/Jennie1)\ **Post date:** [May 14, 2019, 6:01am UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/6 "2019-05-14T06:01:55Z")
Thanks very much for your answers. Think to be on the safe side I will just re-package. But again, thanks for the help. ---
**Author:** ![AshotHuilov](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/community.anovaculinary.com/ashothuilov/32/5757_2.png) [@AshotHuilov](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/AshotHuilov)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2021, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/7 "2021-10-03T18:07:17Z")
No, this is a useless action. After all, if you are sold meat in this package, it is evident that the sellers do not want to harm you. Therefore, if you need to repackage, do it, but this is only for convenience. And the meat will be good in this package anyway. I was once also interested in similar questions on the forum, but already about coffee because I opened my own business selling coffee from Italy, and I needed to find out for the first time. I have also been looking for a packaging company for a very long time, which will provide me with everything I need. Those were fun times! * * * > **[Coffee Packaging - Stock & Custom Printed Packaging - The Bag Broker...](https://www.thebagbroker.ae/coffee-packaging/)** > > Our coffee bags come in several finishes to make sure your brand stands out - natural Kraft gives your products an organic feel, while our coloured foils offer a premium impression on the shelf ---
**Author:** ![chatnoir](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/ecd19e/32.png) [@chatnoir](https://community.anovaculinary.com/u/chatnoir)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2021, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.anovaculinary.com/t/do-i-need-to-re-package/21043/8 "2021-10-03T20:01:36Z")
Thank you for sharing the Bag Broker’s site and details. Speaking of useless actions, coffee packaging supplies may not be suitable for SV cooking, particularly those fitted with vents. Repackaging with purpose made products allow items to be seasoned or have flavour enhancements added before cooking. They also prevent unfavourable surprises during cooking.