Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

Liquid Chromatography- Mass Spectrometry in the Determination of Organic Food-Packaging Contaminants

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Primary Aromatic Amines

3. UV-Ink Photoinitiators

4. Bisphenol A, Bisphenol A Diglycidyl Ether and Their Related Compounds

5. Perfluorinated Compounds

6. Phthalic Acid Esters

7. Non-Intentionally Added Substances

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 2

Active Compounds Incorporated in Agro-Based Films: The Efficacy and Effect in Film Properties for Food Packaging

Abstract

Introduction

Active Bio-Sourced Films for Food Packaging

Factors that Limit the Effectiveness of Biodegradable and Active Films

Mechanical Properties

Barrier Properties

Solubility

Film Structure

Conclusion

References

Chapter 3

Active Polymers in Food Packaging: Antimicrobial Properties of Chitosan and Its Derivatives

Abstract

1. Antimicrobial Properties of Chitosan

2. Antifungal Activity of Chitosan

3. Biological Activities of Chitosan Derivatives

4. Chitosan Based Edible Films and Coatings

5. Chitosan Based Edible Materials as Active Packaging Systems

Conclusion

References

Chapter 4

Eco-Friendly Nanocomposites from Bacterial Cellulose and Biopolyesters as a Sustainable Alternative for Plastic Food Packaging

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Biopolymers - Alternative Materials for Food Packaging Applications

3. Bacterial Cellulose (BC)

3.1. BC Structure

3.2. BC Biosynthesis

4. Nanocomposites for Innovative Food Packaging - Processing and Properties

4.1. Bio-Nanocomposites Based on BC Nanowhiskers

4.1.1. PLA/BCNW and BCNWo Nanocomposites

4.1.2. PHBV/BCNW

4.2. Bionanocomposites Based on BC Pellicles

4.2.1. PLLA/ BC Pellicle

4.2.2. PHB/ Dried BC Pellicle

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5

Antibacterial and Mechanical Properties of Polyethylene Food Packaging Containing Odourless Garlic Oil

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Methodology

2.1. Materials

2.2. Film Preparation

2.3. Microbial Cultures

2.4. Antimicrobial Activities

2.5. Mechanical Properties

3. Results and Discussion

3.1. Antimicrobial Effect of Plastic Film Incorporated with Garlic Oil

3.2. Mechanical Properties

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Index

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