If you have ever opened a large bag of chips and found it only partly filled, you may have wondered whether you are paying for packaging instead of food. The amount of space can look especially surprising when the bag appears much larger than its contents. However, that space serves several purposes beyond simply making the package look full on a grocery shelf. Chip manufacturers use packaging designed to protect fragile snacks during transportation and storage. Understanding what is inside the bag can also help shoppers compare prices more accurately when grocery shopping.
