Nanotechnology for sustainable food packaging

Latest techniques for the development of biodegradable food packaging casings with commentary on safety concerns and regulatory frameworks - Nanotechnology for Sustainable Food Packaging covers the latest techniques and applications of nanotechnology, demonstrating capabilities to revolutionize the...

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Other Authors Anandharamakrishnan, C. (Editor), Moses, Jeyan A. (Editor), Leena, Maria (Editor)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Hoboken, NJ : Wiley, 2025.
Subjects
Food > Packaging.
Nanotechnology.
Sustainable development.
elektronické knihy
electronic books
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9781119875154
9781119875147
9781119875130
9781119875123
Physical Description1 online zdroj (xxiii, 450 stran) : ilustrace

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Table of Contents:
  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright Page
  • Contents
  • List of Contributors
  • Preface
  • Chapter 1 Nanotechnology in the Food Industry
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Nanotechnology in the Food Industry
  • 1.2.1 Food Production
  • 1.2.2 Food Processing
  • 1.2.3 Food Additives
  • 1.2.4 Food Packaging and Retailing
  • 1.2.5 Food Safety and Quality
  • 1.2.6 Food and the Consumer
  • 1.3 Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 2 Trends in Food Packaging and the Scope of Nanotechnology
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Role of Nanotechnology in Food Packaging
  • 2.2.2 Effect of Food Packaging on the Shelf-Life of Food
  • 2.2.3 Role of Packaging Material from a Health Perspective
  • 2.3 Types of Nanomaterials Deployed in Food Packaging
  • 2.3.1 Nanoscale Polymers
  • 2.3.2 Nanoscale Metals
  • 2.3.3 Carbon Nanotubes and Carbon Dots
  • 2.3.4 Nanoscale Clays
  • 2.3.5 Nanocomposites
  • 2.4 Categorization of Food Packaging
  • 2.4.1 Packaging for Horticulture Products
  • 2.4.2 Packaging for Fleshy Animal-Based Food
  • 2.4.3 Packaging for Dairy Products
  • 2.4.4 Packaging for Confectionery Items
  • 2.4.5 Packaging for Beverages
  • 2.5 Effects of Food Packaging Materials on the Environment
  • 2.6 Future Scope of Nanotechnology in Food Packaging
  • 2.7 The Commercial Value of Food Packaging in the Market
  • 2.8 Patents Related to Food Packaging
  • 2.8.1 Safety Concerns and Judicial Aspects of Food Packaging
  • 2.9 Conclusion
  • Acknowledgment
  • References
  • Chapter 3 Polymer-Based Nanocomposites in Food Packaging
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Types of Polymers
  • 3.3 Types of Fillers
  • 3.4 Polymer Nanocomposites - Preparation Methods
  • 3.5 Mechanism of Reinforcement
  • 3.6 Common Polymer Nanocomposites Used in Food-Packaging Systems
  • 3.6.1 Polymer/Carbon Nanotube-Based Nanocomposites
  • 3.6.2 Polymer/Graphene Nanocomposites
  • 3.6.3 Polymer/Nanoclay-Based Nanocomposites
  • 3.6.4 Polymer/Inorganic Nanoparticle Nanocomposites
  • 3.7 Applications in Food Packaging
  • 3.8 Properties of Polymer Nanocomposites
  • 3.8.1 Gas and Water Vapor Permeability
  • 3.8.2 Mechanical Properties
  • 3.8.3 Melt Flow Index
  • 3.8.4 Microstructure
  • 3.8.5 Antibacterial Properties
  • 3.8.6 Thermal Properties
  • 3.9 Environmental Impact
  • 3.10 Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 4 Inorganic and Metal Oxide Nanomaterials in Food Packaging
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Types and Functions of Nanomaterials in Food Packaging
  • 4.2.1 Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.2 ZnO Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.3 Silica Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.4 Nanoclay and Silicate Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.5 Silver-Based Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.6 Other Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.6.1 Copper Oxide Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.6.2 Selenium Nanoparticles
  • 4.2.6.3 Calcium Oxide Nanoparticles
  • 4.3 Inorganic and Metal Oxide Nanomaterials Applied in Food Packaging
  • 4.3.1 Inorganic-Based Nanocomposites

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