Chitosan cellulose nanofiber films as food packaging

12 September 2017

Researchers at Oregon State University US investigated the compatibility of cellulose nanofiber (CNF) with three polysaccharides having different surface charges and backbones (chitosan, methyl cellulose, and carboxymethyl cellulose).
CNF films with low or high Mw chitosan incorporation (20 g/100 g CNF) were further validated as surface contact films for fresh beef patties, showing effectiveness to prevent moisture transfer between the layered patties. This study demonstrates the potential of using CNF-CH composite films as water resistant and antibacterial packaging for foods with high moisture surfaces. An article about the research is published in LWT - Food Science and Technology.
Click here for an abstract of the article.
Click here for more information about the NVC Course Food Packaging.
Click here for more information about the NVC E-Course Food Packaging (online).

This news item is also included in our monthly overview, the NVC Members-only Update. If you have any questions, please contact us: info@nvc.nl, +31-(0)182-512411.