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The Preparation and Application of Bio-Based Food Packaging Materials
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The Preparation and Application of Bio-Based Food Packaging Materials

A special issue of Foods (ISSN 2304-8158). This special issue belongs to the section "Food Packaging and Preservation".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (9 May 2025) | Viewed by 8380

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Zhengguo Wu

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College of Food Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, China
Interests: biomass-based nanocomposite; antibacterial materials; food storage and preservation; intelligent food packaging; 3D printing technology
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Dr. Qiping Zhan

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College of Food Science and Technology, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, China
Interests: biomass-based nanocomposite; structure-activity relationship; selenization modification and nutritional function evaluation of polysaccharides and peptides from natural products

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

 

Food packaging is an important part of the food industry and daily life, preventing food from microorganism spoilage, chemical pollutants, oxygen, moisture and other adverse conditions in a variety of way, so that food is conducive to the storage, transportation and sales of packaging materials. Appropriate food packaging can minimize food loss and provide consumers with safe and healthy food, improving the marketability and acceptability of food.

 

Biopolymers are a kind of natural degradable biomass raw material, with green, safe, degradable, plastic and flexible properties. Bio-based food packaging materials are the future development trend. Biopolymer serves as a superior raw material for the development of food packaging, including cellulose, chitosan, starch, sodium alginate, lignin, hemicellulose, etc.

 

The purpose of this Special Issue is to publish research on a variety of biopolymer-based food packaging materials such as film, coating, foam, aerogel, etc. The machinability of bio-based food packaging such as seams will also be discussed in this Special Issue. This Special Issue focuses on the innovation, improvement and process control of all types of food packaging to achieve advanced multi-function and multi-application characteristics, such as antibacterial, responsive (such as light, acid-base, heat, electromagnetism), self-cleaning, antioxidant, UV-resistant, high-strength, flexible and flame-retardant materials, etc.

Dr. Zhengguo Wu
Dr. Qiping Zhan
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • biopolymer
  • food packaging
  • film
  • coating
  • aerogel

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Comparative Study of Crucial Properties of Packaging Based on Polylactide and Selected Essential Oils
by Ewa Olewnik-Kruszkowska, Astha Vishwakarma, Magdalena Wrona, Anis Bertella, Anna Rudawska, Magdalena Gierszewska and Beata Schmidt
Foods 2025, 14(2), 204; https://doi.org/10.3390/foods14020204 - 10 Jan 2025
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In order to establish the differences in packaging containing various essential oils, polylactide (PLA)-based polymeric films incorporating poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG), clove (C), grapefruit (G), rosemary (R), and tea tree (T) essential oils were obtained and subsequently analyzed. In addition to examining structure and [...] Read more.
In order to establish the differences in packaging containing various essential oils, polylactide (PLA)-based polymeric films incorporating poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG), clove (C), grapefruit (G), rosemary (R), and tea tree (T) essential oils were obtained and subsequently analyzed. In addition to examining structure and morphology, the polymer films underwent analyses that are particularly important with regard to contact with food. Mechanical and antioxidant properties, water vapor transmission rate (WVTR), and analysis of barrier properties against ultraviolet (UV) radiation, as well as the migration of ingredients into food simulants such as 10% v/v solutions of ethanol, 3% w/v acetic acid solution, and isooctane, were among the critical studies conducted. A comparison of the properties of the obtained materials allowed us to establish that the incorporation of essential oils significantly increases elongation at break and enhances UV barrier properties. In the case of materials containing clove oil and tea tree oil, a reduction in WVTR of about 1 g/m2/h was observed. The migration of the ingredients present in the films filled with clove oil, grapefruit oil, and tea tree oil into the acetic acid solution did not exceed 10 mg/kg, which is an acceptable value according to the European Union restrictions. Taking into account all of the studied properties, it should be stressed that the most promising packaging material is the film filled with clove oil. Full article
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Recent Advances in Cellulose Nanofiber Modification and Characterization and Cellulose Nanofiber-Based Films for Eco-Friendly Active Food Packaging
by Jiaojiao Sun, Xi Yang, Yifan Bai, Zhisheng Fang, Shuai Zhang, Xiaoyu Wang, Yali Yang and Yurong Guo
Foods 2024, 13(24), 3999; https://doi.org/10.3390/foods13243999 - 11 Dec 2024
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There is growing interest in the use of bio-based materials as viable alternatives to petrochemical-based packaging. However, the practical application of bio-based films is often hampered by their poor barrier and poor mechanical properties. In this context, cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) have attracted considerable [...] Read more.
There is growing interest in the use of bio-based materials as viable alternatives to petrochemical-based packaging. However, the practical application of bio-based films is often hampered by their poor barrier and poor mechanical properties. In this context, cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) have attracted considerable attention owing to their exceptional biodegradability, high aspect ratio, and large surface area. The extraction of CNFs from agricultural waste or non-food biomass represents a sustainable approach that can effectively balance cost and environmental impacts. The functionalization of CNFs improves the economics of raw materials and production processes while expanding their applications. This paper reviews recent advances in cellulose nanofibers, including their sources, surface modification, and characterization techniques. Furthermore, we systematically discuss the interactions of CNFs with different composites in the development of functional food films. Finally, we highlight the application of cellulose nanofiber films in food preservation. Due to their environmentally friendly properties, CNFs are a promising alternative to petroleum-based plastics. The aim of this paper is to present the latest discoveries and advances in CNFs while exploring the future prospects for edible food films, thereby encouraging further research and application of CNFs in the field of active food packaging. Full article
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Polysaccharide-Based Composite Films: Promising Biodegradable Food Packaging Materials
by Shengzi Li, Yu Ren, Yujie Hou, Qiping Zhan, Peng Jin, Yonghua Zheng and Zhengguo Wu
Foods 2024, 13(22), 3674; https://doi.org/10.3390/foods13223674 - 18 Nov 2024
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With growing concerns about environmental protection and sustainable development, the development of new biodegradable food packaging materials has become a significant focus for the future of food packaging. Polysaccharides, such as cellulose, chitosan, and starch, are considered ideal biodegradable packaging materials due to [...] Read more.
With growing concerns about environmental protection and sustainable development, the development of new biodegradable food packaging materials has become a significant focus for the future of food packaging. Polysaccharides, such as cellulose, chitosan, and starch, are considered ideal biodegradable packaging materials due to their wide availability, good biocompatibility, and biodegradability. These materials have garnered extensive attention from researchers in food packaging, leading to considerable advancements in the application of polysaccharide-based food packaging films, coatings, aerogels, and other forms. Therefore, this review focuses on the application of polysaccharide-based packaging films in food storage and preservation and discusses their preparation methods, application progress, challenges, and future development directions. Through an in-depth analysis of the existing literature, this review aims to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions for the food packaging industry. Full article
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