Cryovac Packaging with Bone Guard *see notes (increase packs in cart)
Cryovac Packaging Add-On
Vacuum Sealed Packaging for Fresh Meat — Extended Freshness & Longer Transit Orders
Cryovac vacuum-sealed bags are designed to protect fresh meat, maintain product integrity and extend fridge life. This packaging is ideal for whole cuts, travel, camping, portioning, or saving freezer space.
Most whole cuts at MidWest Meats are sold cryovaced.
If you would like your whole cut sliced or packed into specific quantities, please add this packaging option.
✅ The amount of Cryovac Packs can be altered in your cart or at checkout.
✅ Please specify in the Additional Information box which products require cryovac packaging — otherwise our butchers will make an educated guess.
Labelling
USE-BY DATES WILL NOT BE ALTERED.
All products are labelled as if sold fresh/non-cryovaced.
Storage & Handling
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Cryovaced products do not need to be frozen when received unless cryovac packing bone in products.
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Once the seal is broken, treat product as fresh
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Cryovac items can be frozen, making the service optional
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Excellent for camping or travelling — stronger than tray packaging
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Great freezer space saver
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We recommend using cryovac product within 2–3 weeks when stored in a standard home fridge, as temperature fluctuates every time the door opens
Bone-In Products
We do not advise cryovacing bone-in items.
However, we will do this and include bone guard in the charge (T-Bone & Rib Eye specifically)
Items We Do NOT Cryovac
❌ Poultry
❌ Sausages
❌ Hamburgers
❌ Kebabs
❌ Pet Pantry meats
❌ Items with high bone content
→ These items are best frozen
✅ Cryovac Examples & Bag Requirements
| Product Example | Weight | How Packed | Cryovac Bags |
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| Scotch Fillet Whole | 2 kg | 10 steaks × 200 g packed in five | 2 |
| Scotch Fillet Whole | 2 kg | 8 steaks × 250 g packed in four | 2 |
| Rump Whole | 2 kg | Thin steaks 150 g packed in 5 | 3 |
| T-Bone | 1 kg | 3 steaks packed individually | 3 |
| Mince | 3 kg | Packed in 500 g portions | 6 |
| Chicken Breast | — | We do not cryovac | — |
Need Help Calculating?
If in doubt, or you’d like a team member to calculate your cryovac requirements, please email prior to placing your order:
Cryovacing will be processed at the quantity you purchase. Bone guard used when appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will cryovaced meat last in the fridge?
We recommend using cryovaced product within 2–3 weeks when stored in a home fridge, as temperature fluctuates each time the door opens.
Can I freeze cryovaced meat?
Yes. Cryovaced meats freeze well and save space. However, once the seal is broken, treat meat as fresh.
Do you cryovac bone-in cuts?
We don’t recommend it, but we will do so and apply bone guard (mainly for T-Bones and Rib Eye).
What products cannot be cryovaced?
We do not cryovac poultry, sausages, hamburgers, kebabs, pet meats, or high-bone items. These are best frozen.
I’m not sure how many Cryovac bags I need.
No problem — prior to placing your order please email