olive oil quality and its corresponding nutritional value are monitored by most producers throughout the entire production process.  the report is a summary of over ten years of commercial packaging literature and compares key components of commercial oil containers including durability, effect on shelf life, and the retention of essential nutrients in glass, aluminum, tinplate cans, stainless steel, plastic, coated paperboard, and baginbox containers. according to the review, &ldquoto maximize shelf stability the ideal packaging material would prevent light and air penetration, and oils would be stored in the dark at 1618°c 6164°f.&rdquo sourcehttpwww.oliveoiltimes.comoliveoilbasicshowpackaginginfluencesoliveoilquality40928