Abstract:
Biodegradable films made from food products are being studied for food packaging and coating applications to produce more environment-friendly replacements for plastic and many other artificial film-forming substances. There is a particular emphasis on the development of active materials for packaging based on natural components, particularly plant-based ones. Generally, a film matrix is made up of film-forming dietary components like polysaccharides, proteins, as well as lipids. To improve their functional qualities, these matrices can be supplemented with active substances such as antimicrobials and antioxidants. To have the necessary optical, barrier, mechanical, and preservation qualities for commercial use, edible active films must be properly developed. The purpose of this review is to discuss the development, characteristics, and functional capacity of edible films made from natural substances. It gives an overview of the several types of natural ingredients available, how they migrated through the films, how they relate to the matrix and their method of release. It also examines the possibility of using these active coatings for food processing and preservation.
Page(s):
208-208
DOI:
DOI not available
Published:
Journal: Abstract Book on Global Science Technology and Management Conference, Volume: 0, Issue: 0, Year: 2023