Affiliation:
1. Indian Institute of Packaging, E 2, MIDC Area, Andheri East Mumbai, 400093, India
2. Department of Food Science
and Technology, Graphic Era (Deemed to be University), Bell Road, Clement Town Dehradun, 248002, Uttarakhand,
India
Abstract
Background:
Different synthetic materials are constantly being utilized as raw materials
for packaging, which might have several drawbacks, like plastic, some of which have poor
lifespans. Plastic can get damaged, scratched, or fractured over time, easily take in tastes and fragrances,
and significantly affect the environment and health. Excessive plastic waste may lead to
environmental pollution and related consequences. Plastics that contaminate food have also been
linked to health problems like high blood pressure, heart palpitations, headaches, nausea, diarrhea,
and flushing.
Objective:
The present review entails the hazards associated with the usage of plastic as a packaging
material and highlights the necessity to reduce its use and promote alternatives and sustainable
production. Thus, the present review portrays the need for biopolymers, types of plant polymers,
methods of cellulose extraction and derivatization, the manufacturing process of cellulosic films
and thereby use as film and coatings for food preservation. The current review also summarizes
different quality control tests for effective utilization as an alternative to synthetic polymers.
Conclusion:
Different polymers derived from agricultural products are excellent candidates for
creating packaging materials. Similar to polysaccharides, these polymers, including nanocomposites,
films, composites, etc., are helpful in a wide range of applications. Cellulose, one of the most
widespread polysaccharides in the world, offers a variety of appealing special qualities. It appears
reasonable and must be considered that cellulose can be used effectively as a raw material for packaging.
In this review, we explore how cellulose is used in the packaging industry to make composites,
coating materials, and edible and non-edible films.
Publisher
Bentham Science Publishers Ltd.
Subject
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health,Nutrition and Dietetics,Food Science
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