Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Aug. 17, 2023
Abstract
The
present
study
discloses
the
evolution
of
bioactivity
with
improved
chemical
stability
in
composite
film
polyvinyl
alcohol
(PVA)
and
sweet
lime
peel
(SLP)
powder
along
biodegradability
hardness
due
to
structural
miscibility
between
constituents
polymer
during
solution
blending.
evolved
structure,
properties,
bioactivity,
synergistic
effect
PVA
SLP
were
established
help
spectrochemical
results,
morphological
physio-mechanical
properties
i.e.
thickness,
stability,
water
vapor
transmission
rate,
heat
seal-ability,
shelf-life.
result
reveals
better
preservation
bioactive
compound
by
200%,
antimicrobial
nature
against
S.
aureus
E.
coli
,
tensile
strength,
film.
Further,
prepared
optimum
0.12
mm
thickness
was
used
for
packing
sprouts
as
an
alternative
currently
non-biodegradable
comparable
life
span
seven
days.
Food Chemistry X,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
27, P. 102388 - 102388
Published: March 20, 2025
Biodegradable
packaging,
especially
edible
coatings
(EC)
for
fruit
preservation,
is
a
sustainable
and
eco-friendly
approach.
ECs,
such
as
polysaccharides
proteins,
are
widely
used
in
with
preference
coating
studies.
Fundamental
EC
properties
include
barrier
properties,
tensile
strength,
elongation
at
break,
UV
blocking.
Extra
materials
antimicrobial
agents,
antioxidants,
anti-browning
antagonistic
microorganisms
enhance
benefits.
ECs
impact
metabolism
by
reducing
malondialdehyde
production
enhancing
the
activities
of
key
enzymes.
However,
extra
high
concentrations
affect
bonding
network
weaken
its
structure.
Therefore,
selecting
an
appropriate
concentration
crucial
to
ensure
adequate
preservation
safety
without
affecting
sensory
properties.
Combining
reduce
metabolism,
maintain
quality,
inhibit
damage
pathogens,
prevent
browning,
provide
antioxidants
would
be
excellent
way
promote
green
potential
approaches.
Food Bioengineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 13, 2024
Abstract
The
research
on
metal
oxide
bio‐nanocomposites
for
sustainable
food
packaging
has
witnessed
significant
advancements,
offering
a
promising
alternative
to
traditional
materials.
This
review
briefly
describes
their
fabrication
techniques,
applications,
superiority
over
conventional
packaging,
challenges,
limitations,
and
potential
trends.
These
new
materials
are
derived
by
incorporating
nanoparticles
into
the
biopolymers
show
better
properties,
such
as
antimicrobial
which
vital
in
packaging.
advantages
of
using
typical
films
include
enhanced
mechanical
moisture
oxygen
resistance,
bacterial
light
protection.
versatile
not
only
serve
purpose
properly
preserving
quality
possibly
even
wholesomeness
packed
products,
but
they
also
environmentally
friendly.
Moreover,
presents
current
developments
areas
use
it
proposes
future
meet
modern
challenge
industry
development
advanced
technologies.
