Chitosan Based Biodegradable Composite for Antibacterial Food Packaging Application

Overview

Journal Polymers (Basel)

Publisher MDPI

Date 2023 May 27

PMID 37242810

Authors

Andre Jiang

Rajkumar Patel

Bandana Padhan

Supriya Palimkar

Padmaja Galgali

Arindam Adhikari

Imre Varga

Madhumita Patel

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Abstract

A recent focus on the development of biobased polymer packaging films has come about in response to the environmental hazards caused by petroleum-based, nonbiodegradable packaging materials. Among biopolymers, chitosan is one of the most popular due to its biocompatibility, biodegradability, antibacterial properties, and ease of use. Due to its ability to inhibit gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, yeast, and foodborne filamentous fungi, chitosan is a suitable biopolymer for developing food packaging. However, more than the chitosan is required for active packaging. In this review, we summarize chitosan composites which show active packaging and improves food storage condition and extends its shelf life. Active compounds such as essential oils and phenolic compounds with chitosan are reviewed. Moreover, composites with polysaccharides and various nanoparticles are also summarized. This review provides valuable information for selecting a composite that enhances shelf life and other functional qualities when embedding chitosan. Furthermore, this report will provide directions for the development of novel biodegradable food packaging materials.

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