ACTIVE FOOD PACKAGING: A BRIEF REVIEW OF BIODEGRADABLE FILMS, EDIBLE COATINGS, AND SACHETS

Authors

  • Michelle Fernandes da Silveira Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Instituto de Química, Avenida Athos da Silveira Ramos, 149, Centro de Tecnologia, Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 21941-909, Brasil http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8525-7195
  • Raúl Comettant Rabanal Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Instituto de Tecnologia, Km 07, Zona Rural, BR-465 Seropédica, RJ, 23890-000, Brasil; Universidad Privada San Juan Bautista, Facultad de Ingenierías, Escuela Profesional de Ingeniería Agroindustrial. Carretera Panamericana Sur Ex km 300, La angostura -Subtanjalla, CP-11004, Ica - Perú; Instituto de Investigación en Ingenierías, Centro de Tecnología, Universidad Privada San Juan Bautista. Centro Poblado Alto Callao s/n, CP-11000, Distrito San Juan Bautista, Ica - Perú. http://orcid.org/0000-0001-5485-1271

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14450/2318-9312.v34.e2.a2022.pp128-138

Keywords:

active packaging, food preservation, postharvest, quality, shelf life

Abstract

Food packaging generally consists of low-cost and non-degradable plastic materials that contribute to environmental pollution. For this reason, new food-packaging systems with good mechanical and barrier properties have been developed as an alternative to replace synthetic polymers used in food packaging. In this sense, this article briefly reviews the active packaging concept and the development of biodegradable films, edible coatings, and sachets used in food preservation. These technological innovations gained increasing importance in the food industry over the years, constituting a new paradigm in the industry, as they interact desirably with food, promoting various solutions such as: extending or maintaining the shelf life, monitoring or improving the quality and safety of food products. In addition, these innovative systems have aroused the interest of researchers for their ability to prevent deterioration and maintain the fresh aspect, firmness, and brightness of foods, making them more attractive to consumers. Several studies have shown that active packaging is an efficient system for preserving fruits and vegetables. The application of biodegradable films, edible coatings, and sachets was discussed in this work, showing the benefits of their use in various food products.

Author Biographies

Michelle Fernandes da Silveira, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Instituto de Química, Avenida Athos da Silveira Ramos, 149, Centro de Tecnologia, Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 21941-909, Brasil

Mestre em Ciência de Alimentos pela Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, com experiência na área petroquímica, química e tecnologia de alimentos.  

Raúl Comettant Rabanal, Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Instituto de Tecnologia, Km 07, Zona Rural, BR-465 Seropédica, RJ, 23890-000, Brasil; Universidad Privada San Juan Bautista, Facultad de Ingenierías, Escuela Profesional de Ingeniería Agroindustrial. Carretera Panamericana Sur Ex km 300, La angostura -Subtanjalla, CP-11004, Ica - Perú; Instituto de Investigación en Ingenierías, Centro de Tecnología, Universidad Privada San Juan Bautista. Centro Poblado Alto Callao s/n, CP-11000, Distrito San Juan Bautista, Ica - Perú.

Mestre em Tecnologia de Alimentos pela Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina(2016). Atualmente é inspetor e assistente administrativo da LA MOLINA CALIDAD TOTAL LABORATORIOS - UNALM. Tem experiência na área de Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos. Doutor em Ciência e Tecnologia de Alimentos pela Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro. Atualmente é professor da Universidad Privada San Juan Bautista, Filial Ica- Perú.

 

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Published

2022-07-01

How to Cite

da Silveira, M. F., & Rabanal, R. C. (2022). ACTIVE FOOD PACKAGING: A BRIEF REVIEW OF BIODEGRADABLE FILMS, EDIBLE COATINGS, AND SACHETS. Infarma - Pharmaceutical Sciences, 34(2), 128–138. https://doi.org/10.14450/2318-9312.v34.e2.a2022.pp128-138

Issue

Vol. 34 No. 2 (2022)

Section

Review Article

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