Recent advances in polymer-metallic composites for food packaging applications

Videira‐Quintela, Diogo; Martín, Olga; Montalvo, Gemma

doi:10.1016/j.tifs.2021.01.020

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“…The main toxicity concerns for active materials are: Food contact approval prior to usage of any type of active ingredient regulating the migration limits (Videira-Quintela et al 2021 ). The active materials shall not alter the composition or organoleptic characteristics of foods, such as masking the presence of spoilage, which might mislead consumers (Actipak 2001 ).…”

Section: Safety and Toxicity Aspect Of The Active Packaging Systemmentioning

confidence: 99%

Application of natural extracts as active ingredient in biopolymer based packaging systems

Dutta

Sit

2022

J Food Sci Technol

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Active packaging systems come under novel techniques and are creating demands in food packaging aspects. They are specially designed for food products where shelf life is a key driving factor. Their wide range of functionality preserves the color, texture, smell, and taste of the food item retaining their freshness and edibility for longer than any other methods available on market. An active ingredient in packaging systems enables efficient consumable quality which resulted in reduced complaints from consumers. However, techniques must be inexpensive and environment-friendly. The use of biodegradable packaging systems reinforced by exploiting natural compounds forms the latest trend to attract consumer demand in substituting synthetic preservatives in foods that can protect against food spoilage. Natural extracts have gained commercial importance in active packaging nowadays for the delivery of safe and high-quality foods that are being employed in both fresh and processed produce. Development and use of innovative active packaging systems in varied forms are expected to increase in the future for food safety, quality, and stability. The review overviews the beneficial effects of plant acquired components in modulating product quality in packaged form for commercial aspects in the market.

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Section: Safety and Toxicity Aspect Of The Active Packaging Systemmentioning

confidence: 99%

Application of natural extracts as active ingredient in biopolymer based packaging systems

Dutta

Sit

2022

J Food Sci Technol

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“…In order to enhance the efficiency of the inorganic NP-based antimicrobial agents, recent years have witnessed tremendous efforts towards their integration within organic/inorganic components for the development of new and advanced composite materials that combine the advantages of both material types [ 19 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 ]. In this manner, composite films comprising inorganic NPs and an organic/inorganic matrix are fabricated and further applied for various antimicrobial therapies, including implant or catheter coatings and wound dressings.…”

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Inorganic Nanoparticles and Composite Films for Antimicrobial Therapies

Spirescu

Chircov

Grumezescu

et al. 2021

IJMS

107

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The development of drug-resistant microorganisms has become a critical issue for modern medicine and drug discovery and development with severe socio-economic and ecological implications. Since standard and conventional treatment options are generally inefficient, leading to infection persistence and spreading, novel strategies are fundamentally necessary in order to avoid serious global health problems. In this regard, both metal and metal oxide nanoparticles (NPs) demonstrated increased effectiveness as nanobiocides due to intrinsic antimicrobial properties and as nanocarriers for antimicrobial drugs. Among them, gold, silver, copper, zinc oxide, titanium oxide, magnesium oxide, and iron oxide NPs are the most preferred, owing to their proven antimicrobial mechanisms and bio/cytocompatibility. Furthermore, inorganic NPs can be incorporated or attached to organic/inorganic films, thus broadening their application within implant or catheter coatings and wound dressings. In this context, this paper aims to provide an up-to-date overview of the most recent studies investigating inorganic NPs and their integration into composite films designed for antimicrobial therapies.

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“…It contributes to assuring the safety and quality of the food products for both suppliers and consumers, resulting in a reduction in food waste and more safety for the consumers [9,10]. Moreover, from an economical point of view, food packaging allows the manufacturers to avoid economical losses caused by the damages that can occur during transportation, management, and storage of the food; and the packaging also plays an important role in the marketing strategy of the product as it is the communication channel between the consumer and the industry [11][12][13].…”

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Bio-Based Sensors for Smart Food Packaging—Current Applications and Future Trends

Rodrigues

Souza

Coelhoso

et al. 2021

Sensors

116

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Intelligent food packaging is emerging as a novel technology, capable of monitoring the quality and safety of food during its shelf-life time. This technology makes use of indicators and sensors that are applied in the packaging and that detect changes in physiological variations of the foodstuffs (due to microbial and chemical degradation). These indicators usually provide information, e.g., on the degree of freshness of the product packed, through a color change, which is easily identified, either by the food distributor and the consumer. However, most of the indicators that are currently used are non-renewable and non-biodegradable synthetic materials. Because there is an imperative need to improve food packaging sustainability, choice of sensors should also reflect this requirement. Therefore, this work aims to revise the latest information on bio-based sensors, based on compounds obtained from natural extracts, that can, in association with biopolymers, act as intelligent or smart food packaging. Its application into several perishable foods is summarized. It is clear that bioactive extracts, e.g., anthocyanins, obtained from a variety of sources, including by-products of the food industry, present a substantial potential to act as bio-sensors. Yet, there are still some limitations that need to be surpassed before this technology reaches a mature commercial stage.

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Recent advances in polymer-metallic composites for food packaging applications

Cited by 47 publications

References 94 publications

Application of natural extracts as active ingredient in biopolymer based packaging systems

Application of natural extracts as active ingredient in biopolymer based packaging systems

Inorganic Nanoparticles and Composite Films for Antimicrobial Therapies

Bio-Based Sensors for Smart Food Packaging—Current Applications and Future Trends

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